Serving 217 students in grades 3-5, Holcomb Elementary 3-5 ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holcomb Elementary 3-5's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holcomb Elementary 3-5 is 0.52, which is less 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
#667 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
48%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holcomb Elementary 3-5's ranking?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 is ranked #667 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Holcomb Elementary 3-5 often compared to?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5is often viewed alongside schools like Holcomb High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Holcomb Elementary 3-5?
217 students attend Holcomb Elementary 3-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Holcomb Elementary 3-5 students are White, 48% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holcomb Elementary 3-5?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holcomb Elementary 3-5 offer ?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Holcomb Elementary 3-5 part of?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 is part of Holcomb School District.
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