Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rushton 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rushton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rushton Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Rushton 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 Rushton Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#452 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
11%
7%
White
46%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Rushton Elementary School's ranking?
Rushton Elementary School is ranked #452 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Rushton Elementary School often compared to?
Rushton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Rushton Elementary School?
289 students attend Rushton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rushton Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rushton Elementary School?
Rushton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rushton Elementary School offer ?
Rushton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rushton Elementary School part of?
Rushton Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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