Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Turner 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 27% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 71% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turner Elementary School's student population of 565 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turner 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 Turner Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#677 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
45%
21%
Black
16%
7%
White
29%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Elementary School's ranking?
Turner Elementary School is ranked #677 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Turner Elementary School?
565 students attend Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Turner Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turner Elementary School?
Turner Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Turner Elementary School offer ?
Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Turner Elementary School part of?
Turner Elementary School is part of Turner-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Turner Elementary School located?
Turner Elementary School is located in the Turner neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 4 other public schools located in Turner.
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