Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Colvin 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 6% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colvin Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Colvin 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 Colvin Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1246 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
64%
23%
Black
11%
7%
White
13%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colvin Elementary School's ranking?
Colvin Elementary School is ranked #1246 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Colvin Elementary School often compared to?
Colvin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul B Cooper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Colvin Elementary School?
571 students attend Colvin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Colvin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colvin Elementary School?
Colvin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colvin Elementary School offer ?
Colvin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Colvin Elementary School part of?
Colvin Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Colvin Elementary School located?
Colvin Elementary School is located in the Planeview United neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Planeview United.
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