Best Schools in Waterville, Kansas
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$101,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$101,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $75,046
- Median home value
- $101,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Waterville compares
Median household income
$75k
104% of Kansas median
About Schools in Waterville, Kansas
Waterville, Kansas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Waterville 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 Waterville is Valley Heights Elementary - Waterville with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waterville is served by 1 school district: Valley Heights. These districts collectively serve 406 students.
Waterville's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $75,046. The poverty rate in the area is 4.3%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 112 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.8 |
Schools in Waterville
Waterville, Kansas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$75,046
Median Home Value
$101,100
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
924
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Community Profile
Waterville has a median household income of $75,046. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $101,100, with a median rent of $917/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
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- Kansas
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Waterville, Kansas
How many schools are in Waterville, Kansas?
Waterville has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waterville, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waterville is 7.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Waterville, Kansas?
Waterville is served by 1 school district: Valley Heights.
What is the education level in Waterville, Kansas?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Waterville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waterville, Kansas?
The median household income in Waterville is approximately $75,046 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waterville, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waterville is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waterville, 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.