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Below Average

#1057 of 1,294 schools in KS

I X L Elem

Elementary School · Arkansas City

6758 322nd Road, Arkansas City, KS 67005

Enrollment

198

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#1,057 of 1,294

In Arkansas City

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Arkansas City

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I X L Elem

4.7/10

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

Frances Willard Elem

2.1/10

3.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Roosevelt Elem

4.4/10

3.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About I X L Elem

I X L Elem is a public elementary school in Arkansas City, KS, part of Arkansas City. I X L Elem serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. I X L Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,057 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for I X L Elem show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 198 students, I X L 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.

31% of students at I X L Elem were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.5% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.8% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,624
Chronic Absenteeism31.3%

I X L Elem — Students at I X L Elem score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.5% (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
72%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
19.1%
ELA
39.7%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How I X L Elem Compares

See how I X L Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
18th percentile in KS
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

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

6758 322nd Road, Arkansas City, KS 67005

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering I X L Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Ponca City), which scores notably higher. Another option is PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Newkirk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lowell Elem (rated 7.2/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Winfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arkansas City, see our Arkansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Frances Willard Elem Arkansas City 3.5 mi 2.1
Roosevelt Elem Arkansas City 3.6 mi 4.4
Adams Elem Arkansas City 4.3 mi 4.5
ARK CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Arkansas City 4.5 mi 6.3
Arkansas City Middle Sch Arkansas City 4.6 mi 3.2
Jefferson Elem Arkansas City 4.7 mi 4.6
Arkansas City High Arkansas City 5.1 mi 2.4
C 4 Elem Arkansas City 6.0 mi 4.9
NEWKIRK ES Newkirk 9.6 mi 7.1
NEWKIRK MS Newkirk 9.7 mi 7.1
NEWKIRK HS Newkirk 9.7 mi 6.0
PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Newkirk 11.5 mi 7.4
KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City 14.3 mi 8.9
Lowell Elem Winfield 15.5 mi 7.2
Whittier Elem Winfield 15.8 mi 7.2
Irving Elem Winfield 16.4 mi 5.0
Winfield High Winfield 16.7 mi 3.8
Winfield Middle School Winfield 16.8 mi 4.6
E. M. TROUT ES Ponca City 19.0 mi 5.9
UNION ES Ponca City 19.4 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,583

Median Home Value

$85,800

Median Rent

$769/mo

Population

15,336

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

37

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Kennedy Elem Wellington, KS 4.7
Noble Prentis Elem Kansas City, KS 4.7
Sunset Elementary Newton, KS 4.7
Oaklawn Elem Wichita, KS 4.6
Spring Grove Primary Center Galena, KS 4.6
BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Overland Park, KS 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about I X L Elem

What grades does I X L Elem serve?

I X L Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend I X L Elem?

I X L Elem has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at I X L Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at I X L Elem is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does I X L Elem rank in KS?

I X L Elem ranks #1,057 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is I X L Elem's MySchoolScout rating?

I X L Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 I X L Elem?

Based on loaded state assessment records, I X L Elem has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is I X L Elem a charter school?

No, I X L Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is I X L Elem a Title I school?

No, I X L Elem is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for I X L Elem?

79.3% of students at I X L 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cowley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.3%

District

Arkansas City
District Enrollment
2,917
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,624
District Rank
#2 of 8

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