Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Breeze Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Breeze Elementary serves the southwest part of Newton, KS, covering an area of approximately 17 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Breeze Elementary School's student population of 316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings
South Breeze 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 South Breeze Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#460 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
27%
23%
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Black
5%
7%
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White
55%
60%
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Two or more races
11%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-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 South Breeze Elementary School's ranking?
South Breeze Elementary School is ranked #460 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 South Breeze Elementary School?
316 students attend South Breeze Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of South Breeze Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Breeze Elementary School?
South Breeze Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Breeze Elementary School offer ?
South Breeze Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Breeze Elementary School part of?
South Breeze Elementary School is part of Newton School District.
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