Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hugoton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hugoton Elementary serves the entire district in Hugoton, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 567 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hugoton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hugoton Elementary School's student population of 511 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hugoton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugoton 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
#358 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
65%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
32%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugoton Elementary School's ranking?
Hugoton Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Hugoton Elementary School?
511 students attend Hugoton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hugoton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hugoton Elementary School?
Hugoton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hugoton Elementary School offer ?
Hugoton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hugoton Elementary School part of?
Hugoton Elementary School is part of Hugoton School District.
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