Winfield Scott Elementary School serves 311 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 85%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85%
- Reading Proficiency: 86%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winfield Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Winfield Scott Elementary School's student population of 311 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensuring Success for All Students!
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Winfield Scott Elementary School is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)86%
85%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fort Scott School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% KS state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% KS state average).
How many students attend Winfield Scott Elementary School?
311 students attend Winfield Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Winfield Scott Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winfield Scott Elementary School?
Winfield Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winfield Scott Elementary School offer ?
Winfield Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winfield Scott Elementary School part of?
Winfield Scott Elementary School is part of Fort Scott School District.
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