Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ogden Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ogden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ogden Elementary School's student population of 130 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Ogden 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 Ogden Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#355 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ogden Elementary School's ranking?
Ogden Elementary School is ranked #355 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Ogden Elementary School?
130 students attend Ogden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ogden Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ogden Elementary School?
Ogden Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ogden Elementary School offer ?
Ogden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ogden Elementary School part of?
Ogden Elementary School is part of Manhattan-Ogden School District.
School Reviews
2 12/17/2016
The office faculty and administrators in the Ogden elementary school are very rude. My children will not be attending another year.
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