Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, St. Marys Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Marys Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
St. Marys Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Marys Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Marys Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#427 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Marys Elementary School's ranking?
St. Marys Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are St. Marys Elementary School often compared to?
St. Marys Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. George Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend St. Marys Elementary School?
259 students attend St. Marys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of St. Marys Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Marys Elementary School?
St. Marys Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Marys Elementary School offer ?
St. Marys Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is St. Marys Elementary School part of?
St. Marys Elementary School is part of Kaw Valley School District.
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