Serving 37 students in grades 6-8, Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School's student population of 37 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#982 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
97%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School's ranking?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School is ranked #982 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School?
37 students attend Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School offer ?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School part of?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School is part of Marais Des Cygnes Valley School District.
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