Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Florence Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Florence Wilson Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florence Wilson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence Wilson Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#607 out of 1264 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
58%
21%
Black
12%
6%
White
21%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Wilson Elementary School is ranked #607 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Florence Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgia Matthews Elementary School, Edith Scheuerman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Florence Wilson Elementary School?
335 students attend Florence Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Florence Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Wilson Elementary School?
Florence Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Florence Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Florence Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Florence Wilson Elementary School part of?
Florence Wilson Elementary School is part of Garden City School District.
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