Serving 221 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wichita County Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wichita County Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tribune, KS, covering approximately 773.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wichita County 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wichita County Elementary School's student population of 221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Wichita County 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 Wichita County Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#191 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
61%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wichita County Elementary School's ranking?
Wichita County Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Wichita County Elementary School?
221 students attend Wichita County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wichita County Elementary School students are White, and 39% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wichita County Elementary School?
Wichita County Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wichita County Elementary School offer ?
Wichita County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wichita County Elementary School part of?
Wichita County Elementary School is part of Leoti School District.
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