Excellent

#143 of 1,294 schools in KS

Top 11% in state

Maize Elementary

Elementary School · Maize

305 W. Jones, Maize, KS 67101

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#143 of 1,294

In Maize

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 12

Maize

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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About Maize Elementary

Maize Elementary is a public elementary school in Maize, KS, part of Maize. Maize Elementary serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maize Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Maize Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district

8.5

This school 8.5 · Excellent
District avg 8.1
KS avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.7Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data10

Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr

Data Period2014–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics7.6Very Good30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency45.1% (2025 KAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency54.9% (2025 KAP)

Overall Proficiency50% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)

vs. Expected+1.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile64th

Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,447

Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Maize Elementary — Students at Maize Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)

School

State

N/A

Based on 24 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014

Math

62%

ELA

72%

2015

Math

52%

ELA

65%

2016

Math

53%

ELA

61%

2017

Math

58%

ELA

62%

2018

Math

54%

ELA

60%

2019

Math

54%

ELA

60%

2020*

Math

47%

ELA

54%

2021*

Math

47%

ELA

54%

2022

Math

57%

ELA

52%

2025

Math

45.2%

ELA

54.8%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Maize Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score

8.5/10

89th percentile in KS

Academic

7.6/10

Very Good

Growth

9.7/10

Excellent

Environment

7.1/10

Very Good

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

35%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

29 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

12.1%

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

305 W. Jones, Maize, KS 67101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maize Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maize Central Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pray-Woodman Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Vermillion Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Maize, see our Maize schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Vermillion Elementary School Maize	0.1 mi	910	8.0
Maize Central Elementary Maize	0.2 mi	545	8.4
Pray-Woodman Elementary Maize	0.2 mi	491	8.4
Maize Virtual Preparatory School Maize	0.3 mi	471	6.7
Maize Sr High Maize	0.4 mi	1,388	4.0
Maize Middle School Maize	0.6 mi	671	5.7
Maize Intermediate School Maize	0.7 mi	644	7.9
Maize South Intermediate School Wichita	1.7 mi	454	8.3
Maize South Elementary Wichita	1.9 mi	519	7.1
Maize South High School Wichita	2.0 mi	1,121	4.8
Maize South Middle School Wichita	2.1 mi	523	7.5
HONEYTREE AND BRANCHES ACADEMY Wichita	3.6 mi	58	7.9
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita	3.0 mi	428	4.0
McCollom Elem Wichita	4.8 mi	311	6.4
Colwich Elem Colwich	3.9 mi	220	6.5
Northwest High Wichita	4.8 mi	1,435	4.1
Peterson Elem Wichita	5.4 mi	327	7.3
Kensler Elem Wichita	5.2 mi	510	5.6
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita	5.6 mi	469	5.0
BISHOP CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wichita	5.7 mi	1,169	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,444

Median Home Value

$280,100

Median Rent

$1,343/mo

Population

6,110

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

49.8%

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

44.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maize Elementary

What grades does Maize Elementary serve?

Maize Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Maize Elementary?

Maize Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maize Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Maize Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maize Elementary rank in KS?

Maize Elementary ranks #143 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Maize Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Maize Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Maize Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maize Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Maize Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Maize Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

34.5% of students at Maize 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.