Pleasant Valley Middle School

2220 W 29th N
Wichita, KS 67204
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 594 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant 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 12% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 594 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50% in KS
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pleasant Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

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School Overview

Pleasant Valley Middle School's student population of 594 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

School Rankings

Pleasant 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 Pleasant Valley Middle School is 0.42, 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.
This School
State Level (KS)
#1209 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
12%
29%
10%
32%
7%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
75%
22%
Black
9%
7%
White
13%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
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 Pleasant Valley Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is ranked #1209 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Middle School?
594 students attend Pleasant Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pleasant Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Middle School?
Pleasant Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pleasant Valley Middle School part of?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant Valley Middle School located?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is located in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Pleasant Valley.

School Reviews

5   7/21/2020
This is a great school!! I go to this school and the teachers are nice. This school gives useful schoolwork and homework. I love this school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Alexus

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 594 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 87%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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