Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Elementary serves the northeast part of Great Bend, KS, covering an area of approximately 28.4 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school and an average distance of 5.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Elementary School's student population of 304 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park 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 Park Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#612 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
45%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
48%
60%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Elementary School's ranking?
Park Elementary School is ranked #612 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Park Elementary School often compared to?
Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riley Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Park Elementary School?
304 students attend Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Park Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Elementary School?
Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Elementary School offer ?
Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Elementary School part of?
Park Elementary School is part of Great Bend School District.
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