Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Roesland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 46% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roesland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Roesland Elementary School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roesland Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roesland Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#122 out of 1280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
11%
7%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roesland Elementary School's ranking?
Roesland Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Roesland Elementary School often compared to?
Roesland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary School, Westwood View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Roesland Elementary School?
358 students attend Roesland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Roesland Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roesland Elementary School?
Roesland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roesland Elementary School offer ?
Roesland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Roesland Elementary School part of?
Roesland Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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