Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nickerson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Nickerson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Nickerson, KS, covering approximately 185 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nickerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nickerson Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Nickerson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nickerson Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#339 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nickerson Elementary School's ranking?
Nickerson Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Nickerson Elementary School?
183 students attend Nickerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Nickerson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nickerson Elementary School?
Nickerson Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nickerson Elementary School offer ?
Nickerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nickerson Elementary School part of?
Nickerson Elementary School is part of Nickerson School District.
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