Serving 290 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakin Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lakin, KS, encompassing approximately 653.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 17 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located 26.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakin Elementary School's student population of 290 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Hispanic
50%
23%
White
50%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Broncs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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?
290 students attend Lakin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lakin Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
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.
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