Serving 188 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Nickerson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nickerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Nickerson Elementary School's student population of 188 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nickerson 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 Nickerson Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#339 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Nickerson Elementary School's ranking?
Nickerson Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Nickerson Elementary School?
188 students attend Nickerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Nickerson Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nickerson Elementary School?
Nickerson Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nickerson Elementary School offer ?
Nickerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nickerson Elementary School part of?
Nickerson Elementary School is part of Nickerson School District.
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