Serving 187 students in grades 3-5, Holcomb Elementary 3-5 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holcomb Elementary 3-5's student population of 187 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#660 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holcomb Elementary 3-5's ranking?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 is ranked #660 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Holcomb Elementary 3-5 often compared to?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5is often viewed alongside schools like Holcomb High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Holcomb Elementary 3-5?
187 students attend Holcomb Elementary 3-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Holcomb Elementary 3-5 students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holcomb Elementary 3-5?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holcomb Elementary 3-5 offer ?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holcomb Elementary 3-5 part of?
Holcomb Elementary 3-5 is part of Holcomb School District.
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