Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ravenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (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 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ravenwood 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
Ravenwood Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ravenwood 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 Ravenwood 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
#137 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
13%
7%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ravenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Ravenwood Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Ravenwood Elementary School?
435 students attend Ravenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Ravenwood Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ravenwood Elementary School?
Ravenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ravenwood Elementary School offer ?
Ravenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ravenwood Elementary School part of?
Ravenwood Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Ravenwood Elementary School located?
Ravenwood Elementary School is located in the Ravenwood Place neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
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