Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Maize Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maize Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maize Central Elementary School's student population of 545 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maize Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maize Central Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#234 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize Central Elementary School's ranking?
Maize Central Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Maize Central Elementary School often compared to?
Maize Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maize Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize Central Elementary School?
545 students attend Maize Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Maize Central Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maize Central Elementary School?
Maize Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize Central Elementary School offer ?
Maize Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Maize Central Elementary School part of?
Maize Central Elementary School is part of Maize School District.
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