Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swaney 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 45% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swaney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swaney Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
Every student, every day preparing for the future.
School Rankings
Swaney 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 Swaney Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#421 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
69%
60%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swaney Elementary School's ranking?
Swaney Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Swaney Elementary School?
351 students attend Swaney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Swaney Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% 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 Swaney Elementary School?
Swaney Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Swaney Elementary School offer ?
Swaney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swaney Elementary School part of?
Swaney Elementary School is part of Derby School District.
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