Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Natoma 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 40-59% (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 6:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Natoma Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Natoma, KS, covering approximately 437 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 22 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natoma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Natoma Elementary School's student population of 57 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Natoma 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 Natoma Elementary School is 0.20, 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)
40-59%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
32%
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 Natoma Elementary School's ranking?
Natoma Elementary School is ranked #209 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?
40-59% 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 Natoma Elementary School?
57 students attend Natoma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Natoma Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natoma Elementary School?
Natoma Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Natoma Elementary School offer ?
Natoma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Natoma Elementary School part of?
Natoma Elementary School is part of Paradise School District.
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