Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Linn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linn Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Linn, KS, covering approximately 386.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 26.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Linn Elementary School's student population of 161 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Linn Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linn Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#253 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linn Elementary School's ranking?
Linn Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Linn Elementary School?
161 students attend Linn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Linn Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linn Elementary School?
Linn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Linn Elementary School offer ?
Linn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linn Elementary School part of?
Linn Elementary School is part of Barnes School District.
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