Serving 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Grinnell Grade School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Grinnell Grade School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Grinnell, KS, covering approximately 264.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest area being about 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grinnell Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grinnell Grade School's student population of 43 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
43 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Grinnell Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grinnell Grade School is 0.17, 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
#175 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grinnell Grade School's ranking?
Grinnell Grade School is ranked #175 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Grinnell Grade School?
43 students attend Grinnell Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Grinnell Grade School students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grinnell Grade School?
Grinnell Grade School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grinnell Grade School offer ?
Grinnell Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grinnell Grade School part of?
Grinnell Grade School is part of Grinnell School District.
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