Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Hutchinson 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hutchinson Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
South Hutchinson 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 South Hutchinson Elementary School is 0.31, which is less 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
#733 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hutchinson Elementary School's ranking?
South Hutchinson Elementary School is ranked #733 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are South Hutchinson Elementary School often compared to?
South Hutchinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wiley Elementary School, Union Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 South Hutchinson Elementary School?
326 students attend South Hutchinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of South Hutchinson Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hutchinson Elementary School?
South Hutchinson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Hutchinson Elementary School offer ?
South Hutchinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Hutchinson Elementary School part of?
South Hutchinson Elementary School is part of Nickerson School District.
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