Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Riley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Riley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Riley Elementary School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Motto
To prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s world.
School Rankings
Fort Riley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Riley Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#168 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
16%
7%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
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 Fort Riley Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Riley Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Fort Riley Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Riley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Fort Riley Elementary School?
370 students attend Fort Riley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Fort Riley Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Riley Elementary School?
Fort Riley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Riley Elementary School offer ?
Fort Riley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Riley Elementary School part of?
Fort Riley Elementary School is part of Geary County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Riley Elementary School located?
Fort Riley Elementary School is located in the Camp Forsyth neighborhood of Fort Riley, KS.
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