Eisenhower Elementary School serves 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Attendance Zone: Eisenhower Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Independence, KS, encompassing approximately 215.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 15 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eisenhower Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
It's a great day to be a Bulldog!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eisenhower 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 schools are Eisenhower Elementary School often compared to?
Eisenhower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson School, Lincoln Central Elementary School, Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Eisenhower Elementary School?
323 students attend Eisenhower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Eisenhower Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eisenhower Elementary School?
Eisenhower Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eisenhower Elementary School offer ?
Eisenhower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eisenhower Elementary School part of?
Eisenhower Elementary School is part of Independence School District.
School Reviews
Review Eisenhower Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
