Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Hills 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Hills Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Mankato, KS, covering an area of approximately 759.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.2 miles to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 21.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rock Hills Elementary School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rock Hills 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 Rock Hills Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#367 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 Rock Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Hills Elementary School is ranked #367 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Rock Hills Elementary School?
187 students attend Rock Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rock Hills Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Hills Elementary School?
Rock Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Hills Elementary School offer ?
Rock Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Hills Elementary School part of?
Rock Hills Elementary School is part of Rock Hills School District.
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