Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Rushton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Frank Rushton Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Frank 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 Frank Rushton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#621 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
58%
22%
Black
21%
7%
White
14%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Frank Rushton Elementary School's ranking?
Frank Rushton Elementary School is ranked #621 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Frank Rushton Elementary School?
319 students attend Frank Rushton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Frank Rushton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank Rushton Elementary School?
Frank Rushton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frank Rushton Elementary School offer ?
Frank Rushton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank Rushton Elementary School part of?
Frank Rushton Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Frank Rushton Elementary School located?
Frank Rushton Elementary School is located in the Rosedale neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Rosedale.
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