Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Delaware Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Delaware Ridge Elementary School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Delaware Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delaware Ridge Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#592 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
17%
7%
White
51%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delaware Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Delaware Ridge Elementary School is ranked #592 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Delaware Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Delaware Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonner Springs Elementary School, Edwardsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Delaware Ridge Elementary School?
378 students attend Delaware Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Delaware Ridge Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delaware Ridge Elementary School?
Delaware Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Delaware Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Delaware Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delaware Ridge Elementary School part of?
Delaware Ridge Elementary School is part of Bonner Springs School District.
In what neighborhood is Delaware Ridge Elementary School located?
Delaware Ridge Elementary School is located in the Prairie And Piper KC KS neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Prairie And Piper KC KS.
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