Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ross Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ross Elementary School's student population of 521 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ross Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ross Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1197 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
21%
Black
25%
6%
White
24%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Elementary School is ranked #1197 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Ross Elementary School often compared to?
Ross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royal Valley Elementary School, Mccarter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
521 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ross Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of Topeka Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ross Elementary School located?
Ross Elementary School is located in the Highland Crest neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland Crest.
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