Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bertram Caruthers 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bertram Caruthers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bertram Caruthers Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bertram Caruthers Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bertram Caruthers Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1040 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
22%
Black
28%
7%
White
3%
61%
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
89%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bertram Caruthers Elementary School's ranking?
Bertram Caruthers Elementary School is ranked #1040 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Bertram Caruthers Elementary School often compared to?
Bertram Caruthers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Banneker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Bertram Caruthers Elementary School?
343 students attend Bertram Caruthers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bertram Caruthers Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bertram Caruthers Elementary School?
Bertram Caruthers Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bertram Caruthers Elementary School offer ?
Bertram Caruthers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bertram Caruthers Elementary School part of?
Bertram Caruthers Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bertram Caruthers Elementary School located?
Bertram Caruthers Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast.
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