Serving 231 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hanover Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanover Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hanover, KS, covering approximately 386.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 26.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hanover Elementary School's student population of 231 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hanover Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanover Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#339 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanover Elementary School's ranking?
Hanover Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Hanover Elementary School?
231 students attend Hanover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hanover Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanover Elementary School?
Hanover Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hanover Elementary School offer ?
Hanover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hanover Elementary School part of?
Hanover Elementary School is part of Barnes School District.
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