Serving 203 students in grades 4-5, Guthridge 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Guthridge School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Parsons, KS, encompassing approximately 52.9 square miles. Families typically face a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and up to 11.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guthridge School's student population of 203 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guthridge 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 Guthridge School is 0.62, 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
#460 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
11%
7%
White
57%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 Guthridge School's ranking?
Guthridge School is ranked #460 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Guthridge School?
203 students attend Guthridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Guthridge School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guthridge School?
Guthridge School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Guthridge School offer ?
Guthridge School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Guthridge School part of?
Guthridge School is part of Parsons School District.
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