Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pike Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pike Valley Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Courtland, KS, covering approximately 194.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pike Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pike Valley Elementary School's student population of 163 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pike Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pike Valley Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#147 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pike Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pike Valley Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pike Valley Elementary School?
163 students attend Pike Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pike Valley Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pike Valley Elementary School?
Pike Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pike Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pike Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pike Valley Elementary School part of?
Pike Valley Elementary School is part of Pike Valley School District.
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