Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, State Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
State Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
State Street Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
State Street 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 State Street Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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
#865 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
52%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
31%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is State Street Elementary School's ranking?
State Street Elementary School is ranked #865 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are State Street Elementary School often compared to?
State Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Dual Language Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend State Street Elementary School?
419 students attend State Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of State Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of State Street Elementary School?
State Street Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does State Street Elementary School offer ?
State Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is State Street Elementary School part of?
State Street Elementary School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is State Street Elementary School located?
State Street Elementary School is located in the Oakland neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakland.
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