Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northview Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northview Elementary serves the north part of Manhattan, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northview Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Northview 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 Northview Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#572 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
23%
Black
11%
7%
White
44%
60%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northview Elementary School's ranking?
Northview Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Northview Elementary School often compared to?
Northview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluemont Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School, Oliver Brown 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Northview Elementary School?
364 students attend Northview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Northview Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northview Elementary School?
Northview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northview Elementary School offer ?
Northview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northview Elementary School part of?
Northview Elementary School is part of Manhattan-Ogden School District.
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