Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, St. Marys 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Marys Elementary serves the west part of the Saint Marys, KS school district, encompassing an area of approximately 146.3 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Marys Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Marys 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 St. Marys Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#394 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Marys Elementary School's ranking?
St. Marys Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are St. Marys Elementary School often compared to?
St. Marys Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, St. George Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend St. Marys Elementary School?
280 students attend St. Marys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of St. Marys Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Marys Elementary School?
St. Marys Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Marys Elementary School offer ?
St. Marys Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Marys Elementary School part of?
St. Marys Elementary School is part of Kaw Valley School District.
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