Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bluemont 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluemont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bluemont Elementary School's student population of 215 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Bluemont Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluemont Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#268 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
7%
7%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluemont Elementary School's ranking?
Bluemont Elementary School is ranked #268 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Bluemont Elementary School often compared to?
Bluemont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Theo Roosevelt Elementary School, Marlatt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Bluemont Elementary School?
215 students attend Bluemont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bluemont Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluemont Elementary School?
Bluemont Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluemont Elementary School offer ?
Bluemont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluemont Elementary School part of?
Bluemont Elementary School is part of Manhattan-Ogden School District.
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