Marmaton Valley High School is a public high school located in Moran, Kansas, United States, serving students in grades 7–12. The current principal is Kim Ensminger. The school colors are orange and black.
Serving 135 students in grades 6-12, Marmaton Valley High School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marmaton Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marmaton Valley High School's student population of 135 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Marmaton Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marmaton Valley High School is 0.29, 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
#947 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marmaton Valley School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marmaton Valley High School's ranking?
Marmaton Valley High School is ranked #947 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Marmaton Valley High School often compared to?
Marmaton Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Humboldt High School, Iola Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marmaton Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Marmaton Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Marmaton Valley High School?
135 students attend Marmaton Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Marmaton Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marmaton Valley High School?
Marmaton Valley High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marmaton Valley High School offer ?
Marmaton Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marmaton Valley High School part of?
Marmaton Valley High School is part of Marmaton Valley School District.
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