Wabaunsee Elementary School

215 E 9th
Alma, KS 66401
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wabaunsee Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 216 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 50% in KS
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wabaunsee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

School Overview

Wabaunsee Elementary School's student population of 216 students has grown by 113% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 142% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Chargers

School Rankings

Wabaunsee Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wabaunsee 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.
This School
State Level (KS)
#408 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
30-39%
31%
40-49%
32%
≥50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.28
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
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 Wabaunsee Elementary School's ranking?
Wabaunsee Elementary School is ranked #408 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wabaunsee Elementary School?
216 students attend Wabaunsee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Wabaunsee Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wabaunsee Elementary School?
Wabaunsee Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wabaunsee Elementary School offer ?
Wabaunsee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wabaunsee Elementary School part of?
Wabaunsee Elementary School is part of Wabaunsee School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 216 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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