Serving 318 students in grades 3-5, Sullivan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 73% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sullivan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sullivan Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sullivan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sullivan Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#696 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
65%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
27%
62%
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
62%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sullivan Elementary School's ranking?
Sullivan Elementary School is ranked #696 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Sullivan Elementary School?
318 students attend Sullivan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sullivan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sullivan Elementary School?
Sullivan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sullivan Elementary School offer ?
Sullivan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Sullivan Elementary School part of?
Sullivan Elementary School is part of Ulysses School District.
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