Hoisington

The Hoisington school district in Kansas consists of 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves a predominantly white student population, with some diversity in the Hispanic and African American student groups. While the schools face challenges related to equity and academic performance, Lincoln Elementary stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, outpacing the Hoisington and Kansas state averages in several key test score metrics.

Lincoln Elementary is ranked 213 out of 660 Kansas elementary schools and has earned a 4-star rating in the past two school years. In contrast, Hoisington High and Hoisington Middle have consistently ranked in the bottom half of their respective school types in Kansas, with 1-2 star ratings. These two schools also lag behind the state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency, indicating a need for improvement in academic performance.

The district also faces challenges related to equity, with high free and reduced lunch rates across all schools, suggesting a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. Additionally, the student racial makeup is predominantly white, with relatively low representation of other racial/ethnic groups, which could be an area for the district to focus on promoting diversity and inclusion. Understanding the factors that contribute to Lincoln Elementary's success could provide valuable insights for improving the other schools in the Hoisington district.