Serving 130 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Thayer Schools 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 40-44% (which is higher 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 9% 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-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thayer Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thayer Schools's student population of 130 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where we strive to ensure student success.
School Rankings
Thayer Schools 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 Thayer Schools is 0.17, 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
#460 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thayer Schools's ranking?
Thayer Schools is ranked #460 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Thayer Schools?
130 students attend Thayer Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Thayer Schools students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thayer Schools?
Thayer Schools has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thayer Schools offer ?
Thayer Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thayer Schools part of?
Thayer Schools is part of Cherryvale School District.
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