Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Schwegler Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schwegler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Schwegler Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Schwegler 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 Schwegler Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#513 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
3%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
43%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schwegler Elementary School's ranking?
Schwegler Elementary School is ranked #513 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Schwegler Elementary School often compared to?
Schwegler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Schwegler Elementary School?
434 students attend Schwegler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Schwegler Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schwegler Elementary School?
Schwegler Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Schwegler Elementary School offer ?
Schwegler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schwegler Elementary School part of?
Schwegler Elementary School is part of Lawrence School District.
In what neighborhood is Schwegler Elementary School located?
Schwegler Elementary School is located in the Schwegler neighborhood of Lawrence, KS.
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