Very Good
#374 of 1,294 schools in KS
Top 29% in state
Altoona-midway Elementary
Elementary School · Altoona-Midway
833 River Street, Altoona, KS 66710
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#374 of 1,294
In district
#1 of 2
Altoona-Midway
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Altoona-midway Elementary
Elementary School in Altoona · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Altoona-midway Elementary
Altoona-midway Elementary is a public elementary school in Altoona, KS, part of Altoona-Midway. Altoona-midway Elementary serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Altoona-midway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #374 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Altoona-midway Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 67 students, Altoona-midway Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Altoona-midway Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
46% of students at Altoona-midway Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Altoona-midway Elementary — Students at Altoona-midway Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Altoona-midway Elementary Compares
See how Altoona-midway Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
833 River Street, Altoona, KS 66710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Altoona-midway Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson School (rated 8.2/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lincoln Central Elem (rated 8.1/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Cherryvale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eisenhower Elem (rated 7.2/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Independence), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Lawn Elem Neodesha | 6.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Neodesha High Neodesha | 6.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Heller Elem Neodesha | 7.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Altoona-Midway Middle/High School Buffalo | 10.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Fredonia Jr./Sr. High School Fredonia | 8.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Fredonia | 8.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Fredonia Early Learning Center Fredonia | 8.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Fredonia Virtual Academy Fredonia | 8.9 mi | — |
| Thayer Schools Cherryvale | 10.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Chanute High Chanute | 13.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Chanute Elementary School Chanute | 14.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Royster Middle School Chanute | 15.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chanute | 15.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Lincoln Central Elem Cherryvale | 18.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Jefferson School Independence | 19.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Eisenhower Elem Independence | 19.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cherryvale Sr / Middle School Cherryvale | 19.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Independence Sr High Independence | 20.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Independence Middle Independence | 20.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Independence | 20.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,167
Median Home Value
$75,000
Median Rent
$732/mo
Population
763
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
86.8%
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Argonia Elem Argonia, KS | 7.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Leavenworth, KS | 7.6 |
| Washington Elem Wellington, KS | 7.4 |
| Flinthills Intermediate School Rosalia, KS | 7.7 |
| Flinthills Primary School Cassoday, KS | 7.3 |
| Greeley Elem Greeley, KS | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Altoona-midway Elementary
What grades does Altoona-midway Elementary serve?
Altoona-midway Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Altoona-midway Elementary?
Altoona-midway Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Altoona-midway Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Altoona-midway Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Altoona-midway Elementary rank in KS?
Altoona-midway Elementary ranks #374 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Altoona-midway Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Altoona-midway Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Altoona-midway Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Altoona-midway Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Altoona-midway Elementary a charter school?
No, Altoona-midway Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Altoona-midway Elementary a Title I school?
No, Altoona-midway Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Altoona-midway Elementary?
77.6% of students at Altoona-midway Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 67
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Wilson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (620) 568-5725
Resources & Links
District
Altoona-Midway- District Enrollment
- 148
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,662
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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