Serving 361 students in grades 3-5, Eugene Ware Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eugene Ware Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Fort Scott, KS, encompassing approximately 297 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eugene Ware Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Eugene Ware Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
Eugene Ware Elementary 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 Eugene Ware Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#667 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eugene Ware Elementary School's ranking?
Eugene Ware Elementary School is ranked #667 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Eugene Ware Elementary School?
361 students attend Eugene Ware Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Eugene Ware Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eugene Ware Elementary School?
Eugene Ware Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eugene Ware Elementary School offer ?
Eugene Ware Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eugene Ware Elementary School part of?
Eugene Ware Elementary School is part of Fort Scott School District.
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