Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Linn 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Linn Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linn 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 Linn Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1081 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
78%
21%
Black
7%
7%
White
11%
62%
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
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linn Elementary School's ranking?
Linn Elementary School is ranked #1081 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Linn Elementary School often compared to?
Linn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minneola Elementary School, Ross Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Linn Elementary School?
367 students attend Linn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Linn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 7% 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 Linn Elementary School?
Linn Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Linn Elementary School offer ?
Linn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Linn Elementary School part of?
Linn Elementary School is part of Dodge City School District.
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