Serving 53 students in grades 9-12, Pike Valley High School ranks in the top 20% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pike Valley High 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pike Valley High School's student population of 53 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pike Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pike Valley High School is 0.12, 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
#180 out of 1264 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
2%
6%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
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 Pike Valley High School's ranking?
Pike Valley High School is ranked #180 out of 1,264 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pike Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pike Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Pike Valley High School?
53 students attend Pike Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pike Valley High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pike Valley High School?
Pike Valley High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pike Valley High School offer ?
Pike Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pike Valley High School part of?
Pike Valley High School is part of Pike Valley School District.
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