Serving 90 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3's student population of 90 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 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 Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. 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)
40-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
60%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3's ranking?
Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 is ranked #209 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3?
90 students attend Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3?
Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 offer ?
Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 part of?
Clifton-clyde Grade School K-3 is part of Clifton-Clyde School District.
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