Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bucklin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bucklin Elementary School's student population of 153 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
153 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Bucklin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bucklin Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#557 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
18%
22%

Black
1%
7%

White
79%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Bucklin Elementary School's ranking?
Bucklin Elementary School is ranked #557 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Bucklin Elementary School?
153 students attend Bucklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bucklin Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bucklin Elementary School?
Bucklin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bucklin Elementary School offer ?
Bucklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bucklin Elementary School part of?
Bucklin Elementary School is part of Bucklin School District.
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