Montezuma Elementary School

103 W. Sunnyside
Montezuma, KS 67867
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 83 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montezuma 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 83 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 20% in KS
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • : Montezuma Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Montezuma, KS, covering an area of approximately 201.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles to the furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Montezuma Elementary School's student population of 83 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

School Rankings

Montezuma 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 Montezuma Elementary School is 0.31, 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.
This School
State Level (KS)
#155 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
50-59%
31%
40-59%
32%
≥50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
19%
0.31
(22-23)
9.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Montezuma Elementary School's ranking?
Montezuma Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 31% KS state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Montezuma Elementary School?
83 students attend Montezuma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Montezuma Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montezuma Elementary School?
Montezuma Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montezuma Elementary School offer ?
Montezuma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montezuma Elementary School part of?
Montezuma Elementary School is part of Montezuma School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 83 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • : Montezuma Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Montezuma, KS, covering an area of approximately 201.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles to the furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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