Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Noble Prentis 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Noble Prentis Elementary serves the southeast part of Kansas City, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Noble Prentis Elementary School's student population of 193 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Noble Prentis 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 Noble Prentis Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#1218 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
55%
23%
Black
14%
7%
White
22%
60%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noble Prentis Elementary School's ranking?
Noble Prentis Elementary School is ranked #1218 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Noble Prentis Elementary School often compared to?
Noble Prentis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas A Edison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Noble Prentis Elementary School?
193 students attend Noble Prentis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Noble Prentis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noble Prentis Elementary School?
Noble Prentis Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Noble Prentis Elementary School offer ?
Noble Prentis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Noble Prentis Elementary School part of?
Noble Prentis Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Noble Prentis Elementary School located?
Noble Prentis Elementary School is located in the Shawnee Heights neighborhood of Kansas City, KS.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This was my second school when I was younger, and one of my favorites. The staff was really nice and the smallness of the school made it very family like.
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