Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bucklin 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 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bucklin Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bucklin, KS school district, covering an area of approximately 367.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bucklin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bucklin Elementary School's student population of 138 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bucklin 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 Bucklin 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Bucklin Elementary School's ranking?
Bucklin Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
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 Bucklin Elementary School?
138 students attend Bucklin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bucklin Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bucklin Elementary School?
Bucklin Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bucklin Elementary School offer ?
Bucklin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bucklin Elementary School part of?
Bucklin Elementary School is part of Bucklin School District.
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