Serving 109 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cunningham Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (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 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Cunningham Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cunningham, KS, covering approximately 323.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 23 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cunningham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cunningham Elementary School's student population of 109 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
109 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
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School Rankings
Cunningham Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cunningham Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#234 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Cunningham Elementary School's ranking?
Cunningham Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Cunningham Elementary School often compared to?
Cunningham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingman Elementary School, Norwich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Cunningham Elementary School?
109 students attend Cunningham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cunningham Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cunningham Elementary School?
Cunningham Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cunningham Elementary School offer ?
Cunningham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cunningham Elementary School part of?
Cunningham Elementary School is part of Cunningham School District.
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