Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stone Creek 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 48% (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 16:1 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stone Creek 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
Stone Creek Elementary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stone Creek 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 Stone Creek Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#155 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stone Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Stone Creek Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Stone Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Stone Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Derby Hills Elementary School, El Paso Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 Stone Creek Elementary School?
420 students attend Stone Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Stone Creek Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stone Creek Elementary School?
Stone Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stone Creek Elementary School offer ?
Stone Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stone Creek Elementary School part of?
Stone Creek Elementary School is part of Derby School District.
In what neighborhood is Stone Creek Elementary School located?
Stone Creek Elementary School is located in the Southwind neighborhood of Derby, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwind.
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