Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lakota Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakota Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kansas, OH, covering approximately 127.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakota Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lakota Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Lakota Local School District, as a unified learning community, is dedicated to graduating students who are lifelong learners and productive citizens in an ever-changing society.
School Rankings
Lakota Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakota Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#614 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lakota Navy Blue, Lakota White, Lakota Grey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota Elementary School's ranking?
Lakota Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Lakota Elementary School?
403 students attend Lakota Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lakota Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakota Elementary School?
Lakota Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakota Elementary School offer ?
Lakota Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakota Elementary School part of?
Lakota Elementary School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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