Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heusner 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heusner Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Mascot
Husky
School Rankings
Heusner Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heusner Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#612 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heusner Elementary School's ranking?
Heusner Elementary School is ranked #612 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Heusner Elementary School often compared to?
Heusner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowlark Ridge Elementary School, Sunset 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 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Heusner Elementary School?
382 students attend Heusner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Heusner Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heusner Elementary School?
Heusner Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heusner Elementary School offer ?
Heusner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heusner Elementary School part of?
Heusner Elementary School is part of Salina School District.
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