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Horton Elementary School

300 E 16th
Horton, KS 66439
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Horton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50% in KS
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Horton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Horton Elementary School's student population of 229 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

School Rankings

Horton 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 Horton Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
This School
State Level (KS)
#426 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
55-59%
31%
25-29%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Horton Elementary School's ranking?
Horton Elementary School is ranked #426 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Horton Elementary School?
229 students attend Horton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Horton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horton Elementary School?
Horton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horton Elementary School offer ?
Horton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horton Elementary School part of?
Horton Elementary School is part of South Brown County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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