Serving 81 students in grades 6-8, Elkhart Middle 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkhart Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Elkhart, KS school district, encompassing approximately 377.8 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 27.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkhart Middle School's student population of 81 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Elkhart Middle 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 Elkhart Middle School is 0.58, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1103 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
43%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
49%
60%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhart Middle School's ranking?
Elkhart Middle School is ranked #1103 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Elkhart Middle School?
81 students attend Elkhart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Elkhart Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhart Middle School?
Elkhart Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elkhart Middle School offer ?
Elkhart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhart Middle School part of?
Elkhart Middle School is part of Elkhart School District.
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