Serving 67 students in grades 6-12, The Learning Center 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The Learning Center's student population of 67 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Learning Center is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
2%
6%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Learning Center?
The graduation rate of The Learning Center is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend The Learning Center?
67 students attend The Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of The Learning Center students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does The Learning Center offer ?
The Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Learning Center part of?
The Learning Center is part of Valley Center Pub Sch School District.
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