Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Maize Central 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 55% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64%
- Attendance Zone: Maize Central Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Maize school district, covering approximately 45.1 square miles in and around Maize, KS. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maize Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maize Central Elementary School's student population of 542 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maize Central 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 Maize Central Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#161 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles And Mavericks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize Central Elementary School's ranking?
Maize Central Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Maize Central Elementary School often compared to?
Maize Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maize Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize Central Elementary School?
542 students attend Maize Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Maize Central Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maize Central Elementary School?
Maize Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize Central Elementary School offer ?
Maize Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maize Central Elementary School part of?
Maize Central Elementary School is part of Maize School District.
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