Serving 270 students in grades 5-8, Royal Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Royal Valley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mayetta, KS, covering approximately 159.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Royal Valley Middle School's student population of 270 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Royal Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royal Valley Middle School is 0.63, 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
#751 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
28%
1%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
53%
60%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Royal Valley Middle School is ranked #751 out of 1,269 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Royal Valley Middle School?
270 students attend Royal Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Royal Valley Middle School students are White, 28% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Valley Middle School?
Royal Valley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Royal Valley Middle School offer ?
Royal Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal Valley Middle School part of?
Royal Valley Middle School is part of Royal Valley School District.
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