Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Heights Elementary School's student population of 248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Heights Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#274 out of 1264 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
1%
6%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Central Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Central Heights Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Central Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Central Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Appanoose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Central Heights Elementary School?
248 students attend Central Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central Heights Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Heights Elementary School?
Central Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Heights Elementary School offer ?
Central Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Heights Elementary School part of?
Central Heights Elementary School is part of Central Heights School District.
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