Serving 107 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Neosho Rapids Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neosho Rapids Elementary serves the northeastern part of Neosho Rapids, KS, covering an area of approximately 142.8 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neosho Rapids Elementary School's student population of 107 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Neosho Rapids Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neosho Rapids Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#454 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
23%
White
95%
60%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neosho Rapids Elementary School's ranking?
Neosho Rapids Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Neosho Rapids Elementary School?
107 students attend Neosho Rapids Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Neosho Rapids Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neosho Rapids Elementary School?
Neosho Rapids Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neosho Rapids Elementary School offer ?
Neosho Rapids Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neosho Rapids Elementary School part of?
Neosho Rapids Elementary School is part of Southern Lyon County School District.
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