Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ross 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 is 8% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ross Elementary serves the southeast part of Topeka, KS, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ross Elementary School's student population of 563 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage students in the highest quality of learning • Prepare students for responsible, productive citizenship • Inspire excellence for a lifetime
School Rankings
Ross Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ross Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1239 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Elementary School is ranked #1239 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Ross Elementary School often compared to?
Ross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royal Valley Elementary School, Mccarter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
563 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ross Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Ross Elementary School located?
Ross Elementary School is located in the Highland Crest neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland Crest.
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