Lakin Elementary School

407 N Main
Lakin, KS 67860
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lakin 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 18:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Bottom 50% in KS
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lakin Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Mascot
Broncs

School Rankings

Lakin 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 Lakin Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KS)
#733 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
31%
25-29%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
57%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Broncs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lakin Elementary School's ranking?
Lakin Elementary School is ranked #733 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Lakin Elementary School?
249 students attend Lakin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lakin Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakin Elementary School?
Lakin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lakin Elementary School offer ?
Lakin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakin Elementary School part of?
Lakin Elementary School is part of Lakin School District.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
First Day of Winter Practice - HS
November 17, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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