Serving 102 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cheylin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cheylin Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Bird City, KS, covering an area of approximately 684.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 16.4 miles and the furthest edge located 25.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheylin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cheylin Elementary School's student population of 102 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
102 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
School Rankings
Cheylin 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 Cheylin 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
#408 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
7%
White
62%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Cheylin Elementary School's ranking?
Cheylin Elementary School is ranked #408 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Cheylin Elementary School?
102 students attend Cheylin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cheylin Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cheylin Elementary School?
Cheylin Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cheylin Elementary School offer ?
Cheylin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cheylin Elementary School part of?
Cheylin Elementary School is part of Cheylin School District.
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