Serving 125 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lucas/Sylvan Elementary Unified's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Lucas, KS, covering approximately 565.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.2 miles.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified's student population of 125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified is 0.12, 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
#121 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #121 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified often compared to?
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unifiedis often viewed alongside schools like Simpson Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified?
125 students attend Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified?
Lucas/sylvan Elementary Unified has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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