Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chetopa 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chetopa Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Chetopa, KS, covering an area of approximately 54.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chetopa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chetopa Elementary School's student population of 61 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chetopa 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 Chetopa 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
#680 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chetopa Elementary School's ranking?
Chetopa Elementary School is ranked #680 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Chetopa Elementary School?
61 students attend Chetopa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chetopa Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chetopa Elementary School?
Chetopa Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chetopa Elementary School offer ?
Chetopa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chetopa Elementary School part of?
Chetopa Elementary School is part of Chetopa-St. Paul School District.
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