Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank Rushton Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frank Rushton Elementary serves the southeast part of Kansas City, KS, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Rushton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Frank Rushton Elementary School's student population of 359 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frank Rushton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank Rushton Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#519 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
55%
23%
Black
22%
7%
White
12%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Rushton Elementary School's ranking?
Frank Rushton Elementary School is ranked #519 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Frank Rushton Elementary School?
359 students attend Frank Rushton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Frank Rushton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank Rushton Elementary School?
Frank Rushton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frank Rushton Elementary School offer ?
Frank Rushton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank Rushton Elementary School part of?
Frank Rushton Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank Rushton Elementary School located?
Frank Rushton Elementary School is located in the Rosedale neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Rosedale.
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