What grades does Swaney Elem serve?

Swaney Elem operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Derby area.

Where is Swaney Elem located?

Swaney Elem is a urban school in Derby, KS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Swaney Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at Swaney Elem is 12:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Derby, KS?

Schools in Derby include Swaney Elem and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Derby area.

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Swaney Elem — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Derby, Kansas|Derby

Derby, KS 67037

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Nov

Wed

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Mon

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Dec

Thu

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

361

Student:Teacher

12:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Derby

Econ. Disadvantaged

64.3%

Phone

(316)788-8560

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

32%

63th percentile in KS

Chronic Absenteeism

14.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

2 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.7:1

Near average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

310

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

30.1

100% fully certified

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

Nurses

0.40000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,894

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,957

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,513

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 66%Local 23%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$215,788

+1.9% 1yr+39.1% 5yr

Wichita, KS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.4%

Unemployment rate

10.9%

Uninsured residents

10.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,404

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,284

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

395 (31%)

Speech/Language Impairment

313 (24%)

Other Health Impairment

156 (12%)

Autism

109 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

61 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

41 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

351

Current enrollment

Declining(-23% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

No School, Fall Break

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Break

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

District Offices Closed

Event

Mon, Dec 21, 2026

No School, Winter Break

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Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Derby. Swaney Elem follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	No School, Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for Fall Break dates and any related notices.	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	District Offices ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School, Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	District Offices ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	No School, Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 31, 2026	District Offices ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	No School, Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	No School, Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	District Offices ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—