Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Royal Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Royal Valley Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hoyt, KS, encompassing approximately 159.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Royal Valley Elementary School's student population of 369 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Royal 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 Royal Valley Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#234 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
29%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
47%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Royal Valley Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Royal Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Royal Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Elementary School, Jefferson West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Royal Valley Elementary School?
369 students attend Royal Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Royal Valley Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Valley Elementary School?
Royal Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Royal Valley Elementary School offer ?
Royal Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal Valley Elementary School part of?
Royal Valley Elementary School is part of Royal Valley School District.
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