Excellent
#243 of 1,294 schools in KS
Top 19% in state
Based on limited data
Cottonwood Elem
Elementary School · Paola
1115 E 303rd Street, Paola, KS 66071
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on KS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#243 of 1,294
In Paola
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Paola
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Cottonwood Elem
Elementary School in Paola · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cottonwood Elem
Cottonwood Elem is a public elementary school in Paola, KS, part of Paola. Cottonwood Elem serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cottonwood Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- KS avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Cottonwood Elem Compares
See how Cottonwood Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1115 E 303rd Street, Paola, KS 66071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottonwood Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunflower Elem (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wolf Creek Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Spring Hill), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Spring Hill Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Spring Hill), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Paola, see our Paola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunflower Elem Paola | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Paola High Paola | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Paola Middle Paola | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| LAKEMARY CENTER Paola | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Paola | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Osawatomie Middle School Osawatomie | 7.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Osawatomie High Osawatomie | 8.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Osawatomie Virtual School Osawatomie | 8.1 mi | — |
| Trojan Elem Osawatomie | 8.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Swenson Early Childhood Education Center Osawatomie | 8.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Insight School of Kansas Spring Hill | 11.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Kansas Virtual Academy (KSVA) Spring Hill | 11.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Spring Hill Middle School Spring Hill | 11.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Spring Hill Elementary School Spring Hill | 11.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Broadmoor Elementary Louisburg | 10.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Louisburg Middle Louisburg | 10.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Louisburg High Louisburg | 10.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Spring Hill High School Spring Hill | 13.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Rockville Elementary School Louisburg | 11.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Wolf Creek Elementary School Spring Hill | 14.1 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,042
Median Home Value
$261,400
Median Rent
$1,068/mo
Population
12,425
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennington Elem Bennington, KS | 8.1 |
| Fort Riley Elem Fort Riley, KS | 8.1 |
| John Diemer Elem Overland Park, KS | 8.1 |
| Kiowa County Elem/Jr. High Greensburg, KS | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Central Elem Cherryvale, KS | 8.1 |
| Prairie Creek Elementary Olathe, KS | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottonwood Elem
What grades does Cottonwood Elem serve?
Cottonwood Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Cottonwood Elem?
Cottonwood Elem has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Elem is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cottonwood Elem rank in KS?
Cottonwood Elem ranks #243 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Cottonwood Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Cottonwood Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cottonwood Elem a charter school?
No, Cottonwood Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cottonwood Elem a Title I school?
No, Cottonwood Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cottonwood Elem?
44.8% of students at Cottonwood Elem 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Miami County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (913) 294-8050
Resources & Links
District
Paola- District Enrollment
- 1,810
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,896
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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