Serving 113 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Axtell 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Axtell Elementary School serves the west part of Axtell, KS, covering an area of approximately 131 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Axtell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Axtell Elementary School's student population of 113 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
113 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Axtell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Axtell Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#234 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axtell Elementary School's ranking?
Axtell Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Axtell Elementary School?
113 students attend Axtell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Axtell Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Axtell Elementary School?
Axtell Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Axtell Elementary School offer ?
Axtell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Axtell Elementary School part of?
Axtell Elementary School is part of Prairie Hills School District.
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