Elementary Schools in Galena

The two elementary schools located in Galena, Kansas - Spring Grove Primary Center and Liberty Elementary - serve students from prekindergarten through 5th grade. Both schools are part of the Galena school district, which is ranked 153 out of 266 districts in Kansas and is rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

While the schools do not appear to have any clear standout performance, the data reveals some concerning trends. Both schools have consistently lower proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to the Galena district and Kansas state averages. For example, Liberty Elementary's proficiency rate in English Language Arts for all grades was 25.92% in 2023-2024, compared to the Galena district average of 31.41% and the Kansas state average of 33.55%. Additionally, both schools have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, with Spring Grove Primary Center at 65.26% and Liberty Elementary at 65.1%.

Despite the relatively high spending per student at both schools, ranging from $11,853 to $12,191 per student, the academic performance remains below the state average. This suggests that the schools may need to focus on improving their academic programs and support for students, as well as addressing the socioeconomic challenges faced by the student population. The division of grades between the two schools may also present challenges in terms of curriculum alignment and student transitions, which could be contributing to the overall performance issues.