Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Frances Willard 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 15-19% (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 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (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
Frances Willard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Frances Willard Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frances Willard 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 Frances Willard Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1110 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
83%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
8%
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
85%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Frances Willard Elementary School's ranking?
Frances Willard Elementary School is ranked #1110 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Frances Willard Elementary School often compared to?
Frances Willard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eugene Ware Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Frances Willard Elementary School?
400 students attend Frances Willard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Frances Willard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frances Willard Elementary School?
Frances Willard Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frances Willard Elementary School offer ?
Frances Willard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Frances Willard Elementary School part of?
Frances Willard Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Frances Willard Elementary School located?
Frances Willard Elementary School is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Kensington.
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