Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heartland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heartland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Heartland Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heartland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heartland Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#40 out of 1264 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
4%
6%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heartland Elementary School's ranking?
Heartland Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Heartland Elementary School often compared to?
Heartland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Heartland Elementary School?
381 students attend Heartland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Heartland Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heartland Elementary School?
Heartland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heartland Elementary School offer ?
Heartland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Heartland Elementary School part of?
Heartland Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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