Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School's student population of 631 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#462 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
12%
7%
White
50%
61%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
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 Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School's ranking?
Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School?
631 students attend Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School?
Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School offer ?
Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School part of?
Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School is part of Geary County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School located?
Ltg Richard J. Seitz Elementary School is located in the Camp Forsyth neighborhood of Ft. Riley, KS.
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