Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Horton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horton Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Horton, KS, encompassing approximately 157.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the zone extending up to 13.2 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Horton Elementary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Horton 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 Horton Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#426 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
70%
60%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horton Elementary School's ranking?
Horton Elementary School is ranked #426 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Horton Elementary School?
226 students attend Horton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Horton Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horton Elementary School?
Horton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horton Elementary School offer ?
Horton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horton Elementary School part of?
Horton Elementary School is part of South Brown County School District.
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