Serving 188 students in grades 4-5, Guthridge 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guthridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Guthridge School's student population of 188 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
188 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Guthridge 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 Guthridge School is 0.62, 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
#505 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

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

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
15%
22%

Black
11%
7%

White
58%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Guthridge School's ranking?
Guthridge School is ranked #505 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Guthridge School?
188 students attend Guthridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Guthridge School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Guthridge School?
Guthridge School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Guthridge School offer ?
Guthridge School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Guthridge School part of?
Guthridge School is part of Parsons School District.
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