Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Broken Arrow Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broken Arrow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Broken Arrow Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Broken Arrow Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broken Arrow Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#361 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
61%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broken Arrow Elementary School's ranking?
Broken Arrow Elementary School is ranked #361 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Broken Arrow Elementary School often compared to?
Broken Arrow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Broken Arrow Elementary School?
266 students attend Broken Arrow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Broken Arrow Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broken Arrow Elementary School?
Broken Arrow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Broken Arrow Elementary School offer ?
Broken Arrow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Broken Arrow Elementary School part of?
Broken Arrow Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District.
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