Serving 178 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Edith Scheuerman 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith Scheuerman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edith Scheuerman Elementary School's student population of 178 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edith Scheuerman 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 Edith Scheuerman Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#476 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
79%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
16%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edith Scheuerman Elementary School's ranking?
Edith Scheuerman Elementary School is ranked #476 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Edith Scheuerman Elementary School often compared to?
Edith Scheuerman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence Wilson Elementary School, Gertrude Walker 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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Edith Scheuerman Elementary School?
178 students attend Edith Scheuerman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Edith Scheuerman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edith Scheuerman Elementary School?
Edith Scheuerman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edith Scheuerman Elementary School offer ?
Edith Scheuerman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Edith Scheuerman Elementary School part of?
Edith Scheuerman Elementary School is part of Garden City School District.
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