Serving 594 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cedar Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Hills 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
Cedar Hills Elementary School's student population of 594 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Hills Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#36 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
2%
6%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Hills Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Cedar Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stilwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Cedar Hills Elementary School?
594 students attend Cedar Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cedar Hills Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Hills Elementary School?
Cedar Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cedar Hills Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cedar Hills Elementary School part of?
Cedar Hills Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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