Best Schools in Scandia, Kansas
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Pike Valley High
High · Pike Valley. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pike Valley JR High
Middle · Pike Valley. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$97,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$97,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Scandia
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pike Valley High | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Pike Valley JR High | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $48,929
- Median home value
- $97,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Scandia compares
Median household income
$49k
68% of Kansas median
About Schools in Scandia, Kansas
Scandia, Kansas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Scandia show moderate performance 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 Scandia is Pike Valley High with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Scandia is served by 1 school district: Pike Valley. These districts collectively serve 228 students.
Scandia's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,929. The poverty rate in the area is 27.9%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 students · 7th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Scandia
Scandia, Kansas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,929
Median Home Value
$97,200
Median Rent
$670/mo
Population
620
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
66%
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Community Profile
Scandia has a median household income of $48,929. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $97,200, with a median rent of $670/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Scandia, Kansas
How many schools are in Scandia, Kansas?
Scandia has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Scandia, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Scandia is 6.6 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 Scandia, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Scandia on MySchoolScout is Pike Valley High with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Scandia, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Scandia on MySchoolScout is Pike Valley JR High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Scandia, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Scandia on MySchoolScout is Pike Valley High with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Scandia, Kansas?
Scandia is served by 1 school district: Pike Valley.
What is the education level in Scandia, Kansas?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Scandia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Scandia, Kansas?
The median household income in Scandia is approximately $48,929 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Scandia, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Scandia is 8.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Scandia, 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.