Very Good
#469 of 1,294 schools in KS
Top 36% in state
Prairie View Elementary School
Elementary School · Liberal
PO Box 949, Liberal, KS 67905
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#469 of 1,294
In Liberal
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Liberal
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Prairie View Elementary School
Prairie View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Liberal, KS, part of Liberal. Prairie View Elementary School serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #469 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie View Elementary School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 4.9
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Prairie View Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Prairie View Elementary School — Students at Prairie View Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)
Based on 24 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 Prairie View Elementary School Compares
See how Prairie View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 949, Liberal, KS 67905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kismet Elem (rated 9.8/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Kismet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadowlark Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HOOKER ES (rated 6.1/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Hooker), a more accessible option. For more schools in Liberal, see our Liberal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seymour Rogers Middle School Liberal | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST SCHOOL Liberal | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Sunflower Elementary School Liberal | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Meadowlark Elementary School Liberal | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Liberal | 1.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Liberal Sr High Liberal | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| MacArthur Elementary School Liberal | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Eisenhower Middle School Liberal | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| TURPIN ES Turpin | 11.5 mi | 5.0 |
| TURPIN HS Turpin | 11.5 mi | 5.4 |
| TYRONE ES Tyrone | 9.9 mi | 5.5 |
| TYRONE HS Tyrone | 9.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Kismet Elem Kismet | 16.8 mi | 9.8 |
| Southwestern Heights Jr/Sr High Kismet | 20.1 mi | 5.0 |
| HOOKER HS Hooker | 20.3 mi | 7.4 |
| HOOKER ES Hooker | 20.4 mi | 6.1 |
| FORGAN ES Forgan | 22.2 mi | 3.9 |
| FORGAN HS Forgan | 22.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Plains Elem Plains | 23.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Moscow High Moscow | 25.7 mi | 6.8 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beloit Elem Beloit, KS | 7.2 |
| Brookridge Elem Overland Park, KS | 7.2 |
| Deerfield Elem Lawrence, KS | 7.2 |
| Eisenhower Elem Independence, KS | 7.2 |
| Heusner Elem Salina, KS | 7.2 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Wichita, KS | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie View Elementary School
What grades does Prairie View Elementary School serve?
Prairie View Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Prairie View Elementary School?
Prairie View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie View Elementary School rank in KS?
Prairie View Elementary School ranks #469 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Prairie View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Prairie View Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie View Elementary School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Prairie View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Prairie View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Prairie View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie View Elementary School?
87.5% of students at Prairie View Elementary School 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Seward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (620) 604-1800
Resources & Links
District
Liberal- District Enrollment
- 4,676
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,351
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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