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Circle Oil Hill Elementary

Elementary School · Circle

2700 W 6th Ave, EL Dorado, KS 67042

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#852 of 1,294

In EL Dorado

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Circle

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Circle Oil Hill Elementary

5.7/10

Elementary School in EL Dorado · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Blackmore Elementary

6.9/10

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6.9/10

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About Circle Oil Hill Elementary

Circle Oil Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Dorado, KS, part of Circle. Circle Oil Hill Elementary serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Circle Oil Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #852 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Circle Oil Hill Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • KS avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.2% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,454
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

Circle Oil Hill Elementary — Students at Circle Oil Hill Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 38 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
31.8%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Circle Oil Hill Elementary Compares

See how Circle Oil Hill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
34th percentile in KS
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2700 W 6th Ave, EL Dorado, KS 67042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Circle Oil Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Remington Elementary at Potwin (rated 8.6/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Potwin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Circle Benton Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Benton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garfield Elem (rated 7.6/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Augusta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Dorado, see our EL Dorado schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Blackmore Elementary El Dorado 1.4 mi 6.9
Skelly Elementary School El Dorado 1.6 mi 6.9
El Dorado Virtual School El Dorado 2.0 mi
El Dorado High El Dorado 3.0 mi 4.5
El Dorado Middle El Dorado 3.3 mi 3.4
Grandview Elem El Dorado 3.5 mi 6.7
Circle High Towanda 5.8 mi 5.7
Circle Towanda Elementary Towanda 6.0 mi 4.9
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Augusta 9.3 mi 5.5
Ewalt Elementary Augusta 9.4 mi 5.6
Augusta Sr High Augusta 9.7 mi 4.9
Lincoln Elem Augusta 10.0 mi 4.4
Garfield Elem Augusta 10.7 mi 7.6
Augusta Middle School Augusta 10.9 mi 4.3
Remington Elementary at Potwin Potwin 10.6 mi 8.6
Bluestem Elementary School Leon 11.2 mi 6.6
Bluestem Jr/Sr High Leon 11.3 mi 6.5
Circle Benton Elementary Benton 11.9 mi 7.9
Circle Middle School Benton 12.1 mi 4.8
Frederic Remington High Whitewater 14.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,633

Median Home Value

$133,400

Median Rent

$868/mo

Population

17,486

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

68.1%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Circle Oil Hill Elementary

What grades does Circle Oil Hill Elementary serve?

Circle Oil Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Circle Oil Hill Elementary?

Circle Oil Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Circle Oil Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Circle Oil Hill Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Circle Oil Hill Elementary rank in KS?

Circle Oil Hill Elementary ranks #852 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Circle Oil Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Circle Oil Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Circle Oil Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Circle Oil Hill Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Circle Oil Hill Elementary a charter school?

No, Circle Oil Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Circle Oil Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Circle Oil Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Circle Oil Hill Elementary?

44.3% of students at Circle Oil Hill 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Butler County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

Circle
District Enrollment
2,087
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,454
District Rank
#4 of 6

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