Serving 65 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Vale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Vale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedar Vale Elementary School's student population of 65 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Cedar Vale Elementary 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 Cedar Vale Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#415 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
52%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
29%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Vale Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Vale Elementary School is ranked #415 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Cedar Vale Elementary School?
65 students attend Cedar Vale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cedar Vale Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Vale Elementary School?
Cedar Vale Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cedar Vale Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Vale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Vale Elementary School part of?
Cedar Vale Elementary School is part of Cedar Vale School District.
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