Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chanute 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 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chanute Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chanute, KS, covering approximately 129.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chanute Elementary School's student population of 652 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chanute 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 Chanute Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#627 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Chanute Elementary School's ranking?
Chanute Elementary School is ranked #627 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Chanute Elementary School?
652 students attend Chanute Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chanute Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chanute Elementary School?
Chanute Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chanute Elementary School offer ?
Chanute Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chanute Elementary School part of?
Chanute Elementary School is part of Chanute School District.
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