Serving 212 students in grades 3-6, Central 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 42% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central 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 Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#327 out of 1264 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
212 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Central Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Baxter Springs School District.
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