Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jennie Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 50:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jennie Wilson Elementary School's student population of 796 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
796 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Jennie Wilson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jennie Wilson Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#286 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
50:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
72%
23%
Black
7%
7%
White
15%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Garden City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jennie Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Jennie Wilson Elementary School is ranked #286 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Jennie Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Jennie Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gertrude Walker 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Jennie Wilson Elementary School?
796 students attend Jennie Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jennie Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jennie Wilson Elementary School?
Jennie Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 50:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jennie Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Jennie Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jennie Wilson Elementary School part of?
Jennie Wilson Elementary School is part of Garden City School District.
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