Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Maize Elementary School 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maize Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maize Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maize 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 Maize Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#128 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
67%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize Elementary School's ranking?
Maize Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Maize Elementary School often compared to?
Maize Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maize Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize Elementary School?
413 students attend Maize Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Maize Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maize Elementary School?
Maize Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize Elementary School offer ?
Maize Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maize Elementary School part of?
Maize Elementary School is part of Maize School District.
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