Serving 71 students in grades 9-12, Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School's student population of 71 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#689 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School's ranking?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School is ranked #689 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School often compared to?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlingame Junior/senior High School, Lyndon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School?
71 students attend Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School offer ?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School part of?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School is part of Marais Des Cygnes Valley School District.
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