Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Colorado Elementary serves the entire Holton, KS school district, encompassing an area of approximately 163.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holton Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Holton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holton 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
#708 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Holton Elementary School's ranking?
Holton Elementary School is ranked #708 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Holton Elementary School often compared to?
Holton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Heights Elementary School, Royal Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Holton Elementary School?
511 students attend Holton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Holton Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holton Elementary School?
Holton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holton Elementary School offer ?
Holton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holton Elementary School part of?
Holton Elementary School is part of Holton School District.
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