Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elkhart 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkhart Elementary School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elkhart 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 Elkhart Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#545 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
54%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
43%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Elkhart School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhart Elementary School's ranking?
Elkhart Elementary School is ranked #545 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Elkhart Elementary School?
171 students attend Elkhart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Elkhart Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkhart Elementary School?
Elkhart Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elkhart Elementary School offer ?
Elkhart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhart Elementary School part of?
Elkhart Elementary School is part of Elkhart School District.
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