Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hiawatha Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hiawatha Elementary serves the entire district of Hiawatha, KS, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 327.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#484 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha Elementary School's ranking?
Hiawatha Elementary School is ranked #484 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha Elementary School?
337 students attend Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hiawatha Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha Elementary School?
Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Hiawatha School District.
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