Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Langston Hughes Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Langston Hughes 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
Langston Hughes Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Langston Hughes Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Langston Hughes Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 1264 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
4%
6%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langston Hughes Elementary School's ranking?
Langston Hughes Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Langston Hughes Elementary School?
439 students attend Langston Hughes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Langston Hughes Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langston Hughes Elementary School?
Langston Hughes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Langston Hughes Elementary School offer ?
Langston Hughes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Langston Hughes Elementary School part of?
Langston Hughes Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District.
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