Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Langston Hughes Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langston Hughes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Langston Hughes Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Langston Hughes Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Langston Hughes Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#26 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Langston Hughes Elementary School's ranking?
Langston Hughes Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Langston Hughes Elementary School often compared to?
Langston Hughes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quail Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Langston Hughes Elementary School?
544 students attend Langston Hughes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Langston Hughes Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langston Hughes Elementary School?
Langston Hughes Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Langston Hughes Elementary School offer ?
Langston Hughes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Langston Hughes Elementary School part of?
Langston Hughes Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is Langston Hughes Elementary School located?
Langston Hughes Elementary School is located in the West Lawrence neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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