Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowlark Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowlark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Meadowlark Elementary School's student population of 369 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Meadowlark 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 Meadowlark Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#209 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Meadowlark Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowlark Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Meadowlark Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowlark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunflower Elementary School, Andover Ecademy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Meadowlark Elementary School?
369 students attend Meadowlark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Meadowlark Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowlark Elementary School?
Meadowlark Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadowlark Elementary School offer ?
Meadowlark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowlark Elementary School part of?
Meadowlark Elementary School is part of Andover School District.
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