Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wichita County Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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-6
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wichita County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wichita County Elementary School's student population of 210 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wichita County 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 Wichita County Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#142 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
58%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wichita County Elementary School's ranking?
Wichita County Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wichita County Elementary School?
210 students attend Wichita County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wichita County Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wichita County Elementary School?
Wichita County Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wichita County Elementary School offer ?
Wichita County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wichita County Elementary School part of?
Wichita County Elementary School is part of Leoti School District.
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