Serving 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mound Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mound Valley Elementary serves the northwest part of its school district in Mound Valley, KS, covering an area of approximately 125.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mound Valley Elementary School's student population of 136 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Every Student Every Day.
School Rankings
Mound Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mound Valley Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#438 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mound Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Mound Valley Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mound Valley Elementary School?
136 students attend Mound Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mound Valley Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mound Valley Elementary School?
Mound Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mound Valley Elementary School offer ?
Mound Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mound Valley Elementary School part of?
Mound Valley Elementary School is part of Labette County School District.
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