Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Fiske 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 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Fiske Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Fiske Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
John Fiske Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Fiske Elementary School is 0.28, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1219 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
84%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
12%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Fiske Elementary School's ranking?
John Fiske Elementary School is ranked #1219 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are John Fiske Elementary School often compared to?
John Fiske Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frances Willard Elementary School, Hazel Grove Elementary School, Crossroads - Central Street 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 29% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend John Fiske Elementary School?
292 students attend John Fiske Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of John Fiske Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Fiske Elementary School?
John Fiske Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Fiske Elementary School offer ?
John Fiske Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Fiske Elementary School part of?
John Fiske Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is John Fiske Elementary School located?
John Fiske Elementary School is located in the Armourdale neighborhood of Kansas City, KS.
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