Goessel Elementary

Summary:

Goessel Elementary is a public elementary school located in Goessel, Kansas, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 134 students. The school is part of the Goessel school district, which is ranked 103 out of 266 districts in Kansas and is rated 3 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Goessel Elementary has consistently performed well on state assessments, ranking in the top 30% of Kansas elementary schools for several years. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (38.97%) and Mathematics (35.58%) were higher than the state averages (33.55% and 31.6%, respectively). However, the school's 5th-grade science proficiency rate (21.73%) was lower than the state average (45.03%). Goessel Elementary's female students have consistently ranked in the top 3% of Kansas elementary schools for their academic performance, while the school's white students and low socioeconomic status students have struggled in recent years, ranking in the bottom 30% of Kansas elementary schools.

Goessel Elementary's academic performance is generally stronger than the nearby schools, particularly in the areas of English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school has maintained a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 13.3 to 15.0 over the past three school years, which is lower than the nearby McPherson, Newton, and other surrounding districts. Additionally, Goessel Elementary's spending per student was $11,672 in the 2018-2019 school year, which is higher than the nearby schools.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 500 E Main
       Goessel, KS  67053


(620) 367-8118

District: Goessel

SchoolDigger Rank:
418th of 653 Kansas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,672 Help


Students who attend Goessel Elementary usually attend:

High:    Goessel High

Student/teacher ratio:  14.3 Help
Number of students:  133

Racial breakdown:

White:
93.2%
Hispanic:
4.5%
Two or more races:
1.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  45.1% Help


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Compare Details Goessel Elementary ranks worse than 64% of elementary schools in Kansas. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 39.51. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (93.2%), Hispanic (4.5%), two or more races (1.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 45.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Goessel Elementary is 14.3. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Goessel Elementary is $11,672.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Goessel Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Goessel Elementary 418th of 653 Kansas public elementary schools. (See Goessel Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Goessel:

SchoolDigger ranks Goessel 103rd of 266 Kansas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Goessel Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Goessel Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 44.75 379th 585 35.2%
2007 77.19 94th 600 84.3%
2008 84.54 20th 614 96.7%
2009 81.22 22nd 621 96.5%
2010 81.70 36th 630 94.3%
2011 83.80 11th 631 98.3%
2012 65.79 251st 660 62.0%
2013 62.42 306th 668 54.2%
2015 78.51 103rd 678 84.8%
2016 91.69 29th 656 95.6%
2017 81.20 90th 659 86.3%
2018 67.52 183rd 656 72.1%
2019 66.63 193rd 667 71.1%
2021 79.18 104th 670 84.5%
2022 55.32 283rd 668 57.6%
2023 59.47 235th 660 64.4%
2024 39.51 418th 653 36.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Goessel Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 31.24 419th 546 23.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Goessel Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 93.65 16th 591 97.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Goessel Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 77.54 102nd 575 82.3%
2019 46.72 314th 586 46.4%
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Rank History for White students at Goessel Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.57 255th 574 55.6%
2019 53.53 259th 592 56.3%
2021 70.15 133rd 587 77.3%
2022 40.66 367th 596 38.4%
2023 50.20 286th 584 51.0%
2024 33.63 420th 579 27.5%
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Data source: test scores: Kansas State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Kansas State Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Goessel Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 188 0 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 191
1989 183 0 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 186
1990 179 0 2 0 1 n/a n/a 0 182
1991 189 0 4 0 0 n/a n/a 0 193
1992 196 0 4 0 0 n/a n/a 0 200
1993 196 0 5 0 0 n/a n/a 0 201
1994 208 0 5 0 0 n/a n/a 0 213
1995 209 0 5 0 0 n/a n/a 0 214
1996 209 0 5 0 0 n/a n/a 0 214
1997 222 0 4 2 0 n/a n/a 0 228
1998 212 0 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 215
1999 151 0 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 154
2000 168 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 170
2001 164 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 166
2002 148 3 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 153
2003 148 3 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 153
2004 140 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 142
2005 135 1 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 138
2006 99 0 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 102
2007 92 1 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 94
2008 96 3 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 100
2009 95 2 0 5 1 n/a n/a 0 103
2010 103 0 0 5 0 0 1 0 109
2011 116 0 0 5 0 0 1 0 122
2012 127 0 1 2 0 0 4 0 134
2013 118 0 1 4 0 0 4 0 127
2014 124 0 1 4 0 0 4 0 133
2015 125 0 1 3 0 0 3 0 132
2016 108 0 1 1 2 0 3 0 115
2017 111 0 0 2 2 0 5 0 120
2018 132 0 0 3 3 0 4 0 142
2019 130 0 0 5 1 0 7 0 143
2020 123 0 0 6 0 0 5 0 134
2021 111 0 0 4 0 0 4 0 119
2022 115 0 0 5 0 0 3 0 123
2023 127 0 1 4 0 0 2 0 134
2024 124 0 1 6 0 0 2 0 133

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Goessel Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 191 11.0 17.3 0
1989 186 12.0 15.5 n/a
1990 182 10.9 16.6 0
1991 193 12.4 15.5 n/a
1992 200 12.4 16.1 22
1993 201 13.2 15.2 10.9
1994 213 13.5 15.8 7.5
1995 214 14.0 15.3 22.9
1996 214 14.0 15.3 22.9
1997 228 14.6 15.6 24.1
1998 215 14.5 14.8 15.3
1999 154 10.7 14.4 18.2
2000 170 11.2 15.2 24.7
2001 166 11.9 13.9 31.3
2002 153 11.0 13.9 27.5
2003 153 11.0 13.9 27.5
2004 142 11.0 12.9 27.5
2005 138 10.0 13.8 30.4
2006 102 9.0 11.3 28.4
2007 94 11.9 7.9 22.3
2008 100 10.4 9.6 16
2009 103 11.4 9.0 28.2
2010 109 10.4 10.4 35.8
2011 122 10.6 11.5 35.2
2012 134 11.5 11.6 34.3
2013 127 11.5 11.0 34.6
2014 133 11.3 11.7 41.4
2015 132 11.0 12.0 39.4
2016 115 10.0 11.5 34.8
2017 120 9.1 13.1 35.8
2018 142 9.9 14.3 31
2019 143 8.9 16.0 37.1
2020 134 8.9 15.0 29.1
2021 119 8.9 13.3 24.4
2022 123 8.9 13.8 26.8
2023 134 8.9 15.0 40.3
2024 133 9.3 14.3 45.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Goessel Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 191 11.0 17.3 0
1989 186 12.0 15.5 n/a
1990 182 10.9 16.6 0
1991 193 12.4 15.5 n/a
1992 200 12.4 16.1 22
1993 201 13.2 15.2 10.9
1994 213 13.5 15.8 7.5
1995 214 14.0 15.3 22.9
1996 214 14.0 15.3 22.9
1997 228 14.6 15.6 24.1
1998 215 14.5 14.8 15.3
1999 154 10.7 14.4 18.2
2000 170 11.2 15.2 24.7
2001 166 11.9 13.9 31.3
2002 153 11.0 13.9 27.5
2003 153 11.0 13.9 27.5
2004 142 11.0 12.9 27.5
2005 138 10.0 13.8 30.4
2006 102 9.0 11.3 28.4
2007 94 11.9 7.9 22.3
2008 100 10.4 9.6 16
2009 103 11.4 9.0 28.2
2010 109 10.4 10.4 35.8
2011 122 10.6 11.5 35.2
2012 134 11.5 11.6 34.3
2013 127 11.5 11.0 34.6
2014 133 11.3 11.7 41.4
2015 132 11.0 12.0 39.4
2016 115 10.0 11.5 34.8
2017 120 9.1 13.1 35.8
2018 142 9.9 14.3 31
2019 143 8.9 16.0 37.1
2020 134 8.9 15.0 29.1
2021 119 8.9 13.3 24.4
2022 123 8.9 13.8 26.8
2023 134 8.9 15.0 40.3
2024 133 9.3 14.3 45.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Goessel Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,035 (8.9%) $10,637 (91.1%) $11,672

Data source: Kansas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Goessel Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 193rd of 667 Elementary schoolsRanks 235th of 660 Elementary schools
 6.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Goessel Elementary)31.342.9
 11.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Goessel)31.342.9
 11.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Kansas)40.638.1
 2.5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Goessel Elementary)68.861.9
 6.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Goessel)68.861.9
 6.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Kansas)50.350.4
 0.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Goessel Elementary)54.233.3
 20.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Goessel)54.233.3
 20.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Kansas)47.642.8
 4.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Goessel Elementary)5033.3
 16.7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Goessel)5033.3
 16.7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Kansas)36.137.6
 1.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Goessel Elementary)5047.8
 2.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Goessel)5047.8
 2.2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Kansas)43.539.6
 4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Goessel Elementary)41.734.8
 6.9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Goessel)41.734.8
 6.9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Kansas)31.931.3
 0.6%
5th Grade Science (Goessel Elementary)54.256.5
 2.3%
   5th Grade Science (Goessel)54.256.5
 2.3%
   5th Grade Science (Kansas)43.142.1
 1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students143134
 6.3%
African American00
American Indian10
 100%
Asian01
Hispanic54
 20%
Pacific Islander00
White130127
 2.3%
Two or More Races72
 71.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients37.1%40.3%
 3.2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Goessel Elementary

Students at Goessel Elementary are 93% White, 5% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races.

Students who attend Goessel Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Goessel High

In the 2023-24 school year, 133 students attended Goessel Elementary.

Goessel Elementary ranks 418th of 653 Kansas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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