Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Banneker 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Banneker Elementary serves the eastern part of Kansas City, KS, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Banneker Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Banneker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banneker Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1114 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
23%
Black
27%
7%
White
4%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banneker Elementary School's ranking?
Banneker Elementary School is ranked #1114 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Banneker Elementary School often compared to?
Banneker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bertram Caruthers Elementary School, Grant Elementary School, Douglass Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Banneker Elementary School?
268 students attend Banneker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Banneker Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banneker Elementary School?
Banneker Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Banneker Elementary School offer ?
Banneker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banneker Elementary School part of?
Banneker Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Banneker Elementary School located?
Banneker Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast.
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