Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Maize South Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maize South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maize South Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maize South Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maize South Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#263 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize South Elementary School's ranking?
Maize South Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Maize South Elementary School often compared to?
Maize South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pray-woodman Elementary School, Maize Elementary School, Apollo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize South Elementary School?
529 students attend Maize South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Maize South Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maize South Elementary School?
Maize South Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize South Elementary School offer ?
Maize South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Maize South Elementary School part of?
Maize South Elementary School is part of Maize School District.
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