Serving 133 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified's student population of 133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified ranks within the top 10% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 1264 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified's ranking?
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified is ranked #109 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified?
133 students attend Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified?
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified offer ?
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified part of?
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified is part of Sylvan Grove School District.
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