Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#722 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
48%
21%
Black
13%
6%
White
31%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #722 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Oak Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Junction Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
514 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Turner-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Grove Elementary School located?
Oak Grove Elementary School is located in the Turner neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 4 other public schools located in Turner.
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