Serving 33 students in grades 7-8, Little River Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Little River Junior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Little River, KS, covering approximately 245.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little River Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Little River Junior High School's student population of 33 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Little River Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little River Junior High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#339 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little River Junior High School's ranking?
Little River Junior High School is ranked #339 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Little River Junior High School?
33 students attend Little River Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Little River Junior High School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little River Junior High School?
Little River Junior High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little River Junior High School offer ?
Little River Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Little River Junior High School part of?
Little River Junior High School is part of Little River School District.
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