Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Garnett 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 40% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Garnett Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Garnett, KS school district, encompassing approximately 456.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garnett Elementary School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Garnett 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 Garnett Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#496 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-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 is Garnett Elementary School's ranking?
Garnett Elementary School is ranked #496 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Garnett Elementary School often compared to?
Garnett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greeley Elementary School, Paola Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Garnett Elementary School?
401 students attend Garnett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Garnett Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Garnett Elementary School?
Garnett Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garnett Elementary School offer ?
Garnett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garnett Elementary School part of?
Garnett Elementary School is part of Garnett School District.
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