Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heatherstone Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heatherstone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heatherstone Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heatherstone Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heatherstone Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 1264 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
11%
6%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Heatherstone Elementary School's ranking?
Heatherstone Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Heatherstone Elementary School often compared to?
Heatherstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Heatherstone Elementary School?
452 students attend Heatherstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Heatherstone Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heatherstone Elementary School?
Heatherstone Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heatherstone Elementary School offer ?
Heatherstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Heatherstone Elementary School part of?
Heatherstone Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
This school strives for the highest in academics. The priciple has the high standards for her staff and students to be a safe, kind learning environment. Any child would be fortunate to attend this school.
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