Serving 253 students in grades 5-8, Smoky 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 27% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smoky Valley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Lindsborg, KS school district, encompassing approximately 396.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 20.2 miles to its furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smoky Valley Middle School's student population of 253 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Champion for All Students
School Rankings
Smoky 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 Smoky Valley Middle School is 0.22, which is less 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
#695 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky Valley Middle School's ranking?
Smoky Valley Middle School is ranked #695 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Smoky Valley Middle School?
253 students attend Smoky Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Smoky Valley Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smoky Valley Middle School?
Smoky Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smoky Valley Middle School offer ?
Smoky Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoky Valley Middle School part of?
Smoky Valley Middle School is part of Smoky Valley School District.
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