Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Fiske 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Fiske Elementary serves the southeast part of Kansas City, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a 1-mile radius, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Fiske Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
John Fiske 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 John Fiske Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1185 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
85%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
10%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Fiske Elementary School's ranking?
John Fiske Elementary School is ranked #1185 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are John Fiske Elementary School often compared to?
John Fiske Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads - Central Street, Frances Willard Elementary School, Hazel Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend John Fiske Elementary School?
287 students attend John Fiske Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of John Fiske Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Fiske Elementary School?
John Fiske Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Fiske Elementary School offer ?
John Fiske Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Fiske Elementary School part of?
John Fiske Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is John Fiske Elementary School located?
John Fiske Elementary School is located in the Armourdale neighborhood of Kansas City, KS.
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