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Edith Scheuerman Elem

Elementary School · Garden City

1901 Wilcox, Garden City, KS 67846

Enrollment

178

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#529 of 1,294

In Garden City

#4 of 18

public schools

In district

#4 of 18

Garden City

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Edith Scheuerman Elem

6.9/10

Elementary School in Garden City · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Buffalo Jones Elem

6.9/10

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3.9/10

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About Edith Scheuerman Elem

Edith Scheuerman Elem is a public elementary school in Garden City, KS, part of Garden City. Edith Scheuerman Elem serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Edith Scheuerman Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #529 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Edith Scheuerman Elem show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 178 students, Edith Scheuerman Elem 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.9% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.2% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,619
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Edith Scheuerman Elem — Students at Edith Scheuerman Elem score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 32 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
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
34.5%
2025
Math
30.7%
ELA
43%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Edith Scheuerman Elem Compares

See how Edith Scheuerman Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
59th percentile in KS
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Location

1901 Wilcox, Garden City, KS 67846

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edith Scheuerman Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Florence Wilson Elem (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Buffalo Jones Elem (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Buffalo Jones Elem Garden City 0.7 mi 6.9
Gertrude Walker Elem Garden City 0.7 mi 3.9
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Garden City 1.0 mi 7.1
Abe Hubert Elementary School Garden City 1.0 mi 3.0
GC Achieve at J.D. Adams Hall Garden City 1.2 mi 5.1
USD 457 Virtual Academy Garden City 1.2 mi 4.0
Horace J. Good Middle School Garden City 1.2 mi 5.0
Georgia Matthews Elem Garden City 1.2 mi 6.5
Bernadine Sitts Intermediate Ctr Garden City 2.0 mi 5.4
Jennie Wilson Elem Garden City 1.8 mi 6.6
Alta Brown Elem Garden City 1.9 mi 5.3
Kenneth Henderson Middle Garden City 2.1 mi 6.0
HIGH PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Garden City 2.2 mi
ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Garden City 2.2 mi 5.8
Florence Wilson Elem Garden City 2.3 mi 7.0
Garden City High School Garden City 2.9 mi 3.0
Victor Ornelas Elem Garden City 3.3 mi 6.0
Charles O Stones Intermediate Ctr Garden City 3.5 mi 6.0
Jennie Barker Elem Garden City 4.9 mi 6.8
Holcomb Elem 3-5 Holcomb 5.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67846 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,507

Median Home Value

$188,200

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

34,276

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

14.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

32.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Buffalo Jones Elem Garden City, KS 6.9
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Topeka, KS 6.9
Skelly Elementary School El Dorado, KS 6.9
HIGHLAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prairie Village, KS 7.0
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goddard, KS 7.0
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Great Bend, KS 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edith Scheuerman Elem

What grades does Edith Scheuerman Elem serve?

Edith Scheuerman Elem serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Edith Scheuerman Elem?

Edith Scheuerman Elem has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edith Scheuerman Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at Edith Scheuerman Elem is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edith Scheuerman Elem rank in KS?

Edith Scheuerman Elem ranks #529 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Edith Scheuerman Elem's MySchoolScout rating?

Edith Scheuerman Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Edith Scheuerman Elem?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edith Scheuerman Elem has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edith Scheuerman Elem a charter school?

No, Edith Scheuerman Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edith Scheuerman Elem a Title I school?

No, Edith Scheuerman Elem is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edith Scheuerman Elem?

82.6% of students at Edith Scheuerman 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Finney County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

Garden City
District Enrollment
7,235
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,619
District Rank
#4 of 18

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