Serving 72 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lewis 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewis Elementary serves the entire district of Lewis, KS, covering an area of approximately 229.5 square miles, with most families typically driving 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 15.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis Elementary School's student population of 72 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Diverse Little School for Great Beginnings
School Rankings
Lewis 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 Lewis 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
#680 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
49%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis Elementary School is ranked #680 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lewis Elementary School?
72 students attend Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lewis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 49% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis Elementary School?
Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewis Elementary School offer ?
Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis Elementary School part of?
Lewis Elementary School is part of Lewis School District.
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