Serving 78 students in grades 6-12, The Learning Center ranks in the top 50% 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
The Learning Center's student population of 78 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
78 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
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 Learning Center 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 The Learning Center is 0.55, 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
#471 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
American Indian
4%
1%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
9%
7%
White
64%
60%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Learning Center's ranking?
The Learning Center is ranked #471 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Learning Center?
The graduation rate of The Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend The Learning Center?
78 students attend The Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of The Learning Center students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What grades does The Learning Center offer ?
The Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is The Learning Center part of?
The Learning Center is part of Valley Center Pub School District.
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