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#212 of 1,293 schools in KS

Top 16% in state

Indian Valley Elementary

Elementary School · Blue Valley

11600 Knox St., Overland Park, KS 66210

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Overland Park

#4 of 45

public schools

Kansas elementary schools

#178 of 711

In district

#4 of 35

Blue Valley

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Indian Valley Elementary

Indian Valley Elementary serves 376 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Overland Park, Kansas, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranking 58th among Kansas's 1,298 schools, the school places in the 96th percentile statewide. The school maintains a favorable learning environment with a 13.0:1 student-teacher ratio and 29 full-time equivalent teachers.

Academically, Indian Valley Elementary demonstrates strong performance with 62% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 52% reach proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. Located at 11600 Knox St. in Johnson County, the school serves a well-educated and economically stable community. The surrounding 66210 ZIP code area has a median household income of $89,587 and median home values of $330,700.

Sixty percent of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains low at just 4.0% among the neighborhood's nearly 20,000 residents. Indian Valley Elementary operates as a regular public school in this mid-size city setting, benefiting from the educational priorities and resources of an affluent suburban community that strongly values academic achievement.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.5Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52%
Reading/ELA Proficiency62%
Overall Proficiency57%
Expected (poverty-adj.)40%
vs. Expected+17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.0Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,276

Indian Valley Elementary — Students at Indian Valley Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Indian Valley Elementary Compares

See how Indian Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in KS
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
7.6/10
Above average
Environment
6.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers

Location

11600 Knox St., Overland Park, KS 66210

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cottonwood Point Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Overland Park, see our Overland Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak Hill Elementary Overland Park 1.0 mi 5.1
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Overland Park 0.9 mi 7.1
Oxford Middle Overland Park 1.2 mi 6.3
ASCENSION SCHOOL Overland Park 1.3 mi 5.2
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Overland Park 1.8 mi 6.1
Cottonwood Point Elementary Overland Park 1.9 mi 7.3
Heartland Elementary Overland Park 1.9 mi 6.6
Blue Valley Northwest High Overland Park 2.1 mi 7.2
Oak Park-Carpenter Elementary Overland Park 2.0 mi 7.0
THE PHOENIX MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lenexa 2.1 mi
Bentwood Elem Overland Park 2.3 mi 5.6
Brookridge Elem Overland Park 2.4 mi 4.1
Pleasant Ridge Elem Overland Park 2.1 mi 6.1
MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Overland Park 2.6 mi 5.8
ACCELERATED SCHOOLS OF OVERLAND PARK Overland Park 2.2 mi 7.4
Blue Valley North High Overland Park 2.2 mi 7.1
ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Overland Park 2.3 mi 5.6
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Overland Park 2.8 mi 8.4
Westridge Middle Overland Park 2.9 mi 4.3
Valley Park Elementary Overland Park 2.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 66210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,368

Median Home Value

$345,200

Median Rent

$1,407/mo

Population

20,303

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

54.5%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

37.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Indian Valley Elementary has a median household income of $93,368. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $345,200, with a median rent of $1,407/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Abe Hubert Elementary School Garden City, KS 7.9
Buhler Grade School Buhler, KS 7.9
Circle Benton Elementary Benton, KS 7.9
Eugene Ware Elem Fort Scott, KS 7.9
Indian Creek Elem Olathe, KS 7.9
Morse Elementary Overland Park, KS 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Valley Elementary

What grades does Indian Valley Elementary serve?

Indian Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Indian Valley Elementary?

Indian Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Valley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Valley Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Valley Elementary rank in KS?

Indian Valley Elementary is ranked #212 out of 1,293 schools in KS.

What is Indian Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Valley Elementary has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Indian Valley Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Indian Valley Elementary has 50.3% math proficiency and 60.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Indian Valley Elementary a charter school?

No, Indian Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Indian Valley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Indian Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Valley Elementary?

29.3% of students at Indian Valley Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,951/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Overland Park). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Johnson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Blue Valley
District Enrollment
22,393
Schools in District
37
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,518
District Rank
#4 of 35

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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