Pike Valley Elem

Pike Valley Elementary serves approximately 150 students in grades PK through 6 in Courtland, Kansas. The school earns a composite score of 9.4 out of 10 — an Exceptional rating — and ranks 24th among 1,293 public schools statewide, placing it in the top 2% of all Kansas schools. It holds the top spot among the three schools in the Pike Valley district.

Academic performance scores a 9.3 out of 10, but growth is where this school separates itself: a 9.9 growth score signals that students are advancing well beyond expected trajectories year over year. That combination of strong baseline achievement and exceptional upward momentum puts Pike Valley Elementary in rare company across the state. The student-teacher ratio sits at 15:1 across a 150-student enrollment — a size that keeps classrooms tight and instruction personal.

As a regular public school, it draws its student body from the surrounding rural community. For families evaluating elementary options in north-central Kansas, the data makes a clear case: outperforming 98% of Kansas schools is not an easy mark, and Pike Valley Elementary hits it while still posting one of the highest growth scores in the state. Small enrollment, strong fundamentals, and standout student progress make this one of the most competitive elementary schools in Kansas.

With an enrollment of 150 students, Pike Valley Elem is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Pike Valley Elem may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.