Simpson Elementary School serves 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simpson Elementary School's student population of 165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
165 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Simpson Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
4%
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
91%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 schools are Simpson Elementary School often compared to?
Simpson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Simpson Elementary School?
165 students attend Simpson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Simpson Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simpson Elementary School?
Simpson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Simpson Elementary School offer ?
Simpson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Simpson Elementary School part of?
Simpson Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
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