Serving 68 students in grades 9-12, Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School ranks in the top 20% 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 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School's student population of 68 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marais Des Cygnes Valley 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
#160 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School's ranking?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School is ranked #160 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School often compared to?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlingame Junior/senior High School, Lyndon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School?
68 students attend Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School offer ?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School part of?
Marais Des Cygnes Valley High School is part of Marais Des Cygnes Valley School District.
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