Summary:
The Mission Valley area is home to two schools - Mission Valley Elementary and Mission Valley Junior and Senior High School. While the elementary school has average performance, the high school stands out as a top-performing institution in the state of Kansas.
Mission Valley Junior and Senior High School is ranked 32nd out of 332 Kansas high schools for the 2024-2025 school year, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school has consistently improved its statewide ranking over the past 3 years, going from 131st to 64th to 32nd. It boasts an impressive 89.5% 4-year graduation rate and a low 1.3% dropout rate, with student test scores in English Language Arts, Math, and Science significantly above the state averages across multiple grade levels.
In contrast, Mission Valley Elementary has a more average performance, ranking 485th out of 656 Kansas elementary schools in 2024-2025 with a 1-star rating. While the elementary school has shown some improvement in recent years, its test scores still lag behind state averages. Both schools serve a student population with significant economic challenges, as indicated by the relatively high free/reduced lunch rates, and face similar issues with chronic absenteeism.
Thank you for your feedback!