Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Broken Arrow Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (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 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broken Arrow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Broken Arrow Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Broken Arrow Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broken Arrow Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#305 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
20%
7%
White
44%
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
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broken Arrow Elementary School's ranking?
Broken Arrow Elementary School is ranked #305 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Broken Arrow Elementary School often compared to?
Broken Arrow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belinder Elementary School, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Broken Arrow Elementary School?
364 students attend Broken Arrow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Broken Arrow Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broken Arrow Elementary School?
Broken Arrow Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Broken Arrow Elementary School offer ?
Broken Arrow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Broken Arrow Elementary School part of?
Broken Arrow Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Broken Arrow Elementary School located?
Broken Arrow Elementary School is located in the Greenwood Manor neighborhood of Shawnee, KS.
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