Serving 166 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Heights Jr/Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Blue Rapids, KS, covering approximately 217.6 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School's student population of 166 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
166 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1971
School Rankings
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 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 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Heights Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Valley Heights Jr/sr High School is ranked #572 out of 1,269 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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 88%.
How many students attend Valley Heights Jr/sr High School?
166 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, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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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