MARAIS DES CYGNES VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Marais Des Cygnes Valley school district, located in Melvern, KS with about 51 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Marais Des Cygnes Valley (MDCV) Middle School is a public institution located in Melvern, Kansas, serving as part of the USD 456 school district. Nestled in a small, close-knit rural community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the unique needs of middle-grade students. By emphasizing core academic standards while encouraging extracurricular participation, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition into high school and beyond.

Beyond academics, the district prides itself on being the heartbeat of the community, maintaining a culture that values student-teacher relationships and local involvement. The school utilizes its official website, usd456.org, to keep families informed about district news, athletic schedules, and educational resources. Overall, Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle School serves as a vital educational hub for the Melvern area, dedicated to the holistic development of its students in a traditional, community-centered setting.

For more information, contact Marais Des Cygnes Valley Middle at (785) 549-3313 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.