Somerset Elementary School (Closed 2005)

Somerset Elementary School serves 278 students in grades Kindergarten-6. 
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (KS)
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
89%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
11%
0.21
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Somerset Elementary School?
278 students attend Somerset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Somerset Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset Elementary School?
Somerset Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Somerset Elementary School offer ?
Somerset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Somerset Elementary School part of?
Somerset Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Public School District.

Recent Articles

How Often Does Your Child's School Change Teachers Between Grade Levels?
How Often Does Your Child's School Change Teachers Between Grade Levels?
Learn how teacher movement between grade levels affects continuity, experience, instruction, and school stability, plus the questions parents should ask about staffing patterns before choosing a public school today.
The School Pickup Test: What Arrival and Dismissal Reveal About a Public School
The School Pickup Test: What Arrival and Dismissal Reveal About a Public School
Discover what school arrival and dismissal reveal about safety, supervision, organization, communication, student behavior, transportation, and school climate before choosing the right public school for your child and family.
Should Siblings Attend the Same Public School?
Should Siblings Attend the Same Public School?
Should siblings attend the same public school? Learn when academic needs, learning styles, programs, social fit, support services, and individual interests may make different schools better choices for children.