Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Heller Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heller Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Heller Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heller Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#769 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
83%
60%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bluestreaks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heller Elementary School's ranking?
Heller Elementary School is ranked #769 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Heller Elementary School?
223 students attend Heller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Heller Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heller Elementary School?
Heller Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heller Elementary School offer ?
Heller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heller Elementary School part of?
Heller Elementary School is part of Neodesha School District.
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