Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Circle Oil Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Circle Oil Hill Elementary serves the eastern part of El Dorado, KS, covering an area of approximately 55.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circle Oil Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Circle Oil Hill Elementary School's student population of 274 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Circle Oil Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Circle Oil Hill Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#278 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Thor
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circle Oil Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Circle Oil Hill Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Circle Oil Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Circle Oil Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skelly Elementary School, Circle Benton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Circle Oil Hill Elementary School?
274 students attend Circle Oil Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Circle Oil Hill Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Circle Oil Hill Elementary School?
Circle Oil Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Circle Oil Hill Elementary School offer ?
Circle Oil Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Circle Oil Hill Elementary School part of?
Circle Oil Hill Elementary School is part of Circle School District.
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