Serving 79 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tescott Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tescott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Tescott Elementary School's student population of 79 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tescott Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tescott Elementary School 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
#204 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Tescott Elementary School's ranking?
Tescott Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Tescott Elementary School?
79 students attend Tescott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Tescott Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tescott Elementary School?
Tescott Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tescott Elementary School offer ?
Tescott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tescott Elementary School part of?
Tescott Elementary School is part of Twin Valley School District.
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