Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Copeland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Copeland Elementary serves the entire district of Copeland, KS, covering approximately 200 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 9.1 miles to the zone's edge and some areas reaching up to 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copeland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Copeland Elementary School's student population of 51 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Copeland 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 Copeland Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#478 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copeland Elementary School's ranking?
Copeland Elementary School is ranked #478 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Copeland Elementary School?
51 students attend Copeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Copeland Elementary School students are White, and 18% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copeland Elementary School?
Copeland Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Copeland Elementary School offer ?
Copeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copeland Elementary School part of?
Copeland Elementary School is part of Copeland School District.
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