Serving 154 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pike Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- 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 154 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pike Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pike Valley Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#123 out of 1264 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
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 #123 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Pike Valley Elementary School?
154 students attend Pike Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pike Valley Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pike Valley Elementary School?
Pike Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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
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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