Maize South Elementary School

3404 N Maize Road
Wichita, KS 67205
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Maize South Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 30% in KS
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Maize South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Maize South Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

School Rankings

Maize South Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maize South Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KS)
#263 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
43%
29%
49%
32%
(20-21)
40-44%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
63%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maize South Elementary School's ranking?
Maize South Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Maize South Elementary School often compared to?
Maize South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pray-woodman Elementary School, Maize Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize South Elementary School?
519 students attend Maize South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Maize South Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maize South Elementary School?
Maize South Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize South Elementary School offer ?
Maize South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maize South Elementary School part of?
Maize South Elementary School is part of Maize School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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