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Ewalt Elementary

Elementary School · Augusta

2340 Greyhound Drive, Augusta, KS 67010

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#855 of 1,294

In Augusta

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Augusta

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Ewalt Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Augusta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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About Ewalt Elementary

Ewalt Elementary is a public elementary school in Augusta, KS, part of Augusta. Ewalt Elementary serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ewalt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #855 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Ewalt Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • KS avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,196
Chronic Absenteeism8.7%

Ewalt Elementary — Students at Ewalt Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
32.6%
ELA
49.6%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Ewalt Elementary Compares

See how Ewalt Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in KS
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

Location

2340 Greyhound Drive, Augusta, KS 67010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ewalt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Circle Benton Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Benton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairie Creek Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garfield Elem (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Augusta, see our Augusta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Augusta 0.2 mi 5.5
Augusta Sr High Augusta 0.4 mi 4.9
Lincoln Elem Augusta 0.7 mi 4.4
Garfield Elem Augusta 1.3 mi 7.6
Augusta Middle School Augusta 1.5 mi 4.3
Circle High Towanda 6.8 mi 5.7
Circle Towanda Elementary Towanda 7.2 mi 4.9
Circle Oil Hill Elementary El Dorado 9.4 mi 5.7
Skelly Elementary School El Dorado 9.2 mi 6.9
Blackmore Elementary El Dorado 10.0 mi 6.9
El Dorado Virtual School El Dorado 10.1 mi
Andover Central Middle School Andover 8.8 mi 6.5
Prairie Creek Elementary Andover 8.9 mi 7.8
Andover Central High School Andover 9.0 mi 5.3
Sunflower Elementary School Andover 9.0 mi 6.6
Circle Benton Elementary Benton 9.8 mi 7.9
Andover High Andover 9.3 mi 5.8
Andover Middle School Andover 9.3 mi 7.1
Cottonwood Elementary Andover 9.4 mi 7.3
Andover eCademy Andover 9.5 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,677

Median Home Value

$178,600

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

13,576

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ewalt Elementary

What grades does Ewalt Elementary serve?

Ewalt Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ewalt Elementary?

Ewalt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ewalt Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ewalt Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ewalt Elementary rank in KS?

Ewalt Elementary ranks #855 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Ewalt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ewalt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Ewalt Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ewalt Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ewalt Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ewalt Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ewalt Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ewalt Elementary?

52.8% of students at Ewalt 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Butler County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

District

Augusta
District Enrollment
1,963
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,196
District Rank
#2 of 5

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