Serving 231 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Payne 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 was 6-9% (which was lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 6-9% (which was lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1241 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
35%
23%
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Black
18%
7%
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White
33%
60%
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Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Payne Elementary School's ranking?
Payne Elementary School is ranked #1241 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Payne Elementary School?
231 students attend Payne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Payne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Payne Elementary School?
Payne Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Payne Elementary School offer ?
Payne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Payne Elementary School part of?
Payne Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Payne Elementary School located?
Payne Elementary School is located in the Stanley And Aley neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Stanley And Aley.
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