Auburn Elementary

Auburn Elementary serves 348 students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade in the rural community of Auburn, Kansas. With a student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1 and 32 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a more intimate learning environment where students can receive individualized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 256th out of 1,298 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile among Kansas schools.

Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 40% achieving proficiency or above, while 34% demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and reading across grade levels. Auburn Elementary draws from a stable rural community where the median household income reaches $81,688 and home values average $233,400. The area maintains a low poverty rate of just 6.9%, and 39% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting a community that values education.

The school's ZIP code area has a population of 3,080, creating a close-knit environment where families often know one another. Situated in rural Shawnee County, Auburn Elementary offers students the benefits of small-town education while remaining accessible to the greater Topeka metropolitan area.

Located in a rural area, Auburn Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.