Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Indian Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Hills Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Hills Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#237 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
4%
6%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Hills Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Indian Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wanamaker Elementary School, Farley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Indian Hills Elementary School?
496 students attend Indian Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Indian Hills Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Hills Elementary School?
Indian Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Hills Elementary School offer ?
Indian Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Indian Hills Elementary School part of?
Indian Hills Elementary School is part of Auburn Washburn School District.
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