Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Maize South Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 38% 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: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maize South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maize South Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Integrity, innovation, community, responsibility, empathy, and resilience are the core values of Maize USD 266.
School Rankings
Maize South Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maize South Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#266 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
62%
60%
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
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize South Elementary School's ranking?
Maize South Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Maize South Elementary School often compared to?
Maize South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pray-woodman Elementary School, Apollo Elementary School, Maize Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize South Elementary School?
514 students attend Maize South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Maize South Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maize South Elementary School?
Maize South Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize South Elementary School offer ?
Maize South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maize South Elementary School part of?
Maize South Elementary School is part of Maize School District.
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