Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Stanley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Stanley Elementary serves the southeast part of Kansas City, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Stanley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
New Stanley Elementary School's student population of 251 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Stanley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Stanley Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#643 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 New Stanley Elementary School's ranking?
New Stanley Elementary School is ranked #643 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are New Stanley Elementary School often compared to?
New Stanley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Park Elementary School, Silver City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend New Stanley Elementary School?
251 students attend New Stanley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of New Stanley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Stanley Elementary School?
New Stanley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Stanley Elementary School offer ?
New Stanley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Stanley Elementary School part of?
New Stanley Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is New Stanley Elementary School located?
New Stanley Elementary School is located in the Argentine neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 6 other public schools located in Argentine.
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