Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buhler Grade School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buhler Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buhler Grade School's student population of 244 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Buhler Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buhler Grade School is 0.34, which is less 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
#142 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Buhler Grade School's ranking?
Buhler Grade School is ranked #142 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Buhler Grade School often compared to?
Buhler Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Valley Elementary School, Plum Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Buhler Grade School?
244 students attend Buhler Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Buhler Grade School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buhler Grade School?
Buhler Grade School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buhler Grade School offer ?
Buhler Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buhler Grade School part of?
Buhler Grade School is part of Buhler School District.
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