Valley Heights Jr/Sr High School is a public secondary school located between the cities of Blue Rapids and Waterville in Kansas. It is operated by Valley Heights USD 498 school district, and serves students of grades 7 to 12.
Serving 178 students in grades 7-12, Valley Heights Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School's student population of 178 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Heights Jr/sr High School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Heights Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School is ranked #611 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Valley Heights Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Valley Heights Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marysville Jr/sr High School, Hanover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Heights Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Heights Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Valley Heights Jr/sr High School?
178 students attend Valley Heights Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Valley Heights Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Heights Jr/sr High School?
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Heights Jr/sr High School offer ?
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Heights Jr/sr High School part of?
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School is part of Valley Heights School District.
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