Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Alta Brown Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alta Brown Elementary serves the southwest part of Garden City, KS, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 5.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alta Brown Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Alta Brown 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 Alta Brown Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
80%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
10%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Brown Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Brown Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Alta Brown Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Jones Elementary School, Bernadine Sitts Intermediate Center, Charles O Stones Intermediate Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Alta Brown Elementary School?
336 students attend Alta Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Alta Brown Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Brown Elementary School?
Alta Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alta Brown Elementary School offer ?
Alta Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alta Brown Elementary School part of?
Alta Brown Elementary School is part of Garden City School District.
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