Serving 700 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Atchison 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 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atchison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Atchison Elementary School's student population of 700 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atchison 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 Atchison Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#757 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Atchison Elementary School's ranking?
Atchison Elementary School is ranked #757 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Atchison Elementary School often compared to?
Atchison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atchison County Community Elementary School, Rushville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Atchison Elementary School?
700 students attend Atchison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Atchison Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atchison Elementary School?
Atchison Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Atchison Elementary School offer ?
Atchison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Atchison Elementary School part of?
Atchison Elementary School is part of Atchison School District.
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