Serving 254 students in grades 3-6, North 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 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Goodland, KS school district, covering approximately 908.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 23.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North 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 North Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#693 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-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 North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #693 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
254 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Goodland School District.
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