Serving 233 students in grades 4-5, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#363 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School's ranking?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is ranked #363 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School?
233 students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School offer ?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School part of?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is part of Abilene School District.
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