8.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Blue Rapids, Kansas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.9/10

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Schools

in this city

Avg Score

8.9

out of 10

Median Home

$75,900

home value · ACS

District

serving the city

Schools

in this city

Avg Score

8.9

out of 10

Median Home

$75,900

home value · ACS

District

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Blue Rapids

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Valley Heights Elem	9.6 / 10	Elementary	—	100th
2	Valley Heights Jr/sr High	8.2 / 10	High	—	82th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.9/10
Median household income: $55,938
Median home value: $75,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 21%
Avg commute: 18 min
Owner-occupied homes: 80%

How Blue Rapids compares

Median household income

$56k

78% of Kansas median

About Schools in Blue Rapids, Kansas

Blue Rapids, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 8.9 out of 10, schools in Blue Rapids perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Blue Rapids is Valley Heights Elem with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Blue Rapids is served by 1 school district: Valley Heights. These districts collectively serve 406 students.

Blue Rapids's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,938. The poverty rate in the area is 16.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by ZIP: 66411 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Valley Heights Elem 116 students · 3rd–6th	116	3rd–6th	9.6

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Valley Heights Jr/sr High 178 students · 7th–12th	178	7th–12th	8.2

Schools in Blue Rapids

Blue Rapids, Kansas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$55,938

Median Home Value

$75,900

Median Rent

$833/mo

Population

1,195

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Community Profile

Blue Rapids has a median household income of $55,938. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $75,900, with a median rent of $833/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Kansas
Elementary: 1
High: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Blue Rapids schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Blue Rapids 📊 Niche Blue Rapids Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Valley Heights

3 schools · 406 students

Nearby Cities

Waterville (1 school)

3 mi

Marysville (3 schools)

Frankfort (2 schools)

Washington (2 schools)

22 mi

Westmoreland (1 school)

St. George (3 schools)

32 mi

Manhattan (9 schools)

34 mi

Clay Center (4 schools)

31 mi

Other Major Cities in Kansas

Top metros statewide by school count.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Blue Rapids, Kansas

How many schools are in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

Blue Rapids has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Blue Rapids is 8.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

The top-ranked school in Blue Rapids on MySchoolScout is Valley Heights Elem with a composite score of 9.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Blue Rapids on MySchoolScout is Valley Heights Elem with a composite score of 9.6/10.

What is the best high school in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

The top-ranked high school in Blue Rapids on MySchoolScout is Valley Heights Jr/sr High with a composite score of 8.2/10.

How many school districts serve Blue Rapids, Kansas?

Blue Rapids is served by 1 school district: Valley Heights.

What is the education level in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Blue Rapids have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

The median household income in Blue Rapids is approximately $55,938 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Blue Rapids is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Blue Rapids, Kansas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.