Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scarborough 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 45-49% (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 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (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
Scarborough 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
Scarborough Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scarborough 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 Scarborough Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#191 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
70%
61%
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%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scarborough Elementary School's ranking?
Scarborough Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Scarborough Elementary School often compared to?
Scarborough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunnyside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Scarborough Elementary School?
295 students attend Scarborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Scarborough Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scarborough Elementary School?
Scarborough Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scarborough Elementary School offer ?
Scarborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Scarborough Elementary School part of?
Scarborough Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Scarborough Elementary School located?
Scarborough Elementary School is located in the Scarborough neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
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