Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stilwell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stilwell Elementary serves the southern part of Stilwell, KS, covering an area of approximately 37.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stilwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stilwell Elementary School's student population of 266 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stilwell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stilwell Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#234 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Stilwell Elementary School's ranking?
Stilwell Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Stilwell Elementary School often compared to?
Stilwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Stilwell Elementary School?
266 students attend Stilwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Stilwell Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stilwell Elementary School?
Stilwell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stilwell Elementary School offer ?
Stilwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stilwell Elementary School part of?
Stilwell Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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