Winfield Scott Elementary School serves 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 85%
- Reading Proficiency: 86%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winfield Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Winfield Scott Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Winfield Scott 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)86%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
4%
7%
White
81%
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
66%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% KS state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% KS state average).
How many students attend Winfield Scott Elementary School?
469 students attend Winfield Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Winfield Scott Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winfield Scott Elementary School?
Winfield Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winfield Scott Elementary School offer ?
Winfield Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Winfield Scott Elementary School part of?
Winfield Scott Elementary School is part of Fort Scott School District.
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