Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Southeast Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeast Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Weir, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 268.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 11 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 22.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southeast Elementary School's student population of 149 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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School Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Elementary School is 0.24, which is less 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
#105 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Showing 2015–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2014 and 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2014 and 2020)
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025 (no data for 1994, 1995, 1996 and 2000)
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025 (no data for 1999)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Southeast Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?
149 students attend Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Southeast Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Elementary School?
Southeast Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Elementary School part of?
Southeast Elementary School is part of Cherokee School District.
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