Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Soule Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Soule Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Soule 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 Soule Elementary School is 0.36, which is less 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
#1048 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
79%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
14%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soule Elementary School's ranking?
Soule Elementary School is ranked #1048 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Soule Elementary School often compared to?
Soule Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Soule Elementary School?
400 students attend Soule Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Soule Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soule Elementary School?
Soule Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Soule Elementary School offer ?
Soule Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Soule Elementary School part of?
Soule Elementary School is part of Dodge City School District.
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