Serving 221 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lacygne Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lacygne Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in La Cygne, KS, covering an area of approximately 97.1 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lacygne Elementary School's student population of 221 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lacygne 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 Lacygne Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#497 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Buffalo colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lacygne Elementary School's ranking?
Lacygne Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lacygne Elementary School often compared to?
Lacygne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie View Middle School, Jayhawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lacygne Elementary School?
221 students attend Lacygne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lacygne Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lacygne Elementary School?
Lacygne Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lacygne Elementary School offer ?
Lacygne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lacygne Elementary School part of?
Lacygne Elementary School is part of Prairie View School District.
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