Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowlark Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (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 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadowlark Elementary serves the southwest part of Wichita, KS, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowlark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Meadowlark Elementary School's student population of 372 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadowlark 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 Meadowlark Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#209 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Meadowlark Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowlark Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Meadowlark Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowlark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunflower Elementary School, Andover Ecademy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Meadowlark Elementary School?
372 students attend Meadowlark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Meadowlark Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowlark Elementary School?
Meadowlark Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadowlark Elementary School offer ?
Meadowlark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowlark Elementary School part of?
Meadowlark Elementary School is part of Andover School District.
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