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St Francis Elem

Elementary School · St Francis Comm Sch

P O Box 1110, St. Francis, KS 67756

Enrollment

137

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#810 of 1,294

In St. Francis

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

St Francis Comm Sch

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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St Francis Elem

5.9/10

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

St Francis High

6.6/10

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7.5/10

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About St Francis Elem

St Francis Elem is a public elementary school in St. Francis, KS, part of St Francis Comm Sch. St Francis Elem serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

St Francis Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #810 of 1,294 schools in KS. Structured state assessment records for St Francis Elem show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below KS schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 137 students, St Francis 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.

Test scores at St Francis Elem 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.

St Francis Elem sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

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
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.2% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,954
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

St Francis Elem — Students at St Francis Elem score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2019
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
29.5%
ELA
33.9%

* 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 St Francis Elem Compares

See how St Francis Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in KS
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

Location

P O Box 1110, St. Francis, KS 67756

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Francis Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Idalia Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 26.8 miles away, in nearby Idalia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cheylin Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Bird City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BENKELMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 24.0 miles away, in nearby Benkelman), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Francis, see our St. Francis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 41.6 mi
School Distance Rating
St Francis High St. Francis 0.2 mi 6.6
Cheylin Jr/Sr High Bird City 14.2 mi 7.5
Cheylin Elementary Bird City 14.3 mi 8.1
DUNDY CO STRATTON HIGH SCHOOL Benkelman 23.7 mi 7.6
BENKELMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Benkelman 24.0 mi 7.5
North Elementary Goodland 29.2 mi 7.2
West Elementary Goodland 29.7 mi 5.6
Goodland Learning Center Goodland 29.9 mi
Goodland Virtual School Goodland 29.9 mi
Goodland Jr-Sr. High School Goodland 29.9 mi 3.6
Idalia Elementary School Idalia 26.8 mi 8.9
Idalia Junior-Senior High School Idalia 26.8 mi 8.7
Wray Elementary School Wray 31.5 mi 6.4
Wray Junior Senior High School Wray 31.5 mi 7.9
Brewster Elem Brewster 36.0 mi 5.2
Brewster High Brewster 36.0 mi 5.8
Burlington Elementary School Burlington 40.7 mi 4.0
KINGDOM BOUND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington 40.9 mi
Burlington High School Burlington 41.5 mi 5.4
Burlington Middle School Burlington 41.6 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,026

Median Home Value

$123,100

Median Rent

$698/mo

Population

1,707

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

84.7%

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

50.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Atchison, KS 5.9
Canton-Galva Elementary Galva, KS 6.0
Ogden Elem Ogden, KS 6.0
XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leavenworth, KS 6.0
ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Garden City, KS 5.8
Highland Elem Columbus, KS 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Francis Elem

What grades does St Francis Elem serve?

St Francis Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend St Francis Elem?

St Francis Elem has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Elem is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Francis Elem rank in KS?

St Francis Elem ranks #810 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is St Francis Elem's MySchoolScout rating?

St Francis Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 St Francis Elem?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Francis Elem has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St Francis Elem a charter school?

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

Is St Francis Elem a Title I school?

No, St Francis Elem is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St Francis Elem?

46.7% of students at St Francis 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Cheyenne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

St Francis Comm Sch
District Enrollment
302
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,954
District Rank
#2 of 2

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