Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Amanda Arnold Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amanda Arnold Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amanda Arnold Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amanda Arnold Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amanda Arnold Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#60 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Amanda Arnold Elementary School's ranking?
Amanda Arnold Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Amanda Arnold Elementary School often compared to?
Amanda Arnold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marlatt Elementary School, Lee Elementary School, Frank V Bergman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Amanda Arnold Elementary School?
419 students attend Amanda Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Amanda Arnold Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amanda Arnold Elementary School?
Amanda Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amanda Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Amanda Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amanda Arnold Elementary School part of?
Amanda Arnold Elementary School is part of Manhattan-Ogden School District.
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