Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scott Dual Language Magnet ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott Dual Language Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Scott Dual Language Magnet's student population of 386 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Scott Dual Language Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott Dual Language Magnet 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
#886 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
87%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Scott Dual Language Magnet's ranking?
Scott Dual Language Magnet is ranked #886 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Scott Dual Language Magnet often compared to?
Scott Dual Language Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Science And Fine Arts Magnet School, Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Scott Dual Language Magnet?
386 students attend Scott Dual Language Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Scott Dual Language Magnet students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott Dual Language Magnet?
Scott Dual Language Magnet has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scott Dual Language Magnet offer ?
Scott Dual Language Magnet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott Dual Language Magnet part of?
Scott Dual Language Magnet is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Scott Dual Language Magnet located?
Scott Dual Language Magnet is located in the East Topeka North neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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