What grades does Ware Elem serve?

As a Primary school, Ware Elem serves students in Fort Riley, KS. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Ware Elem located?

You can find Ware Elem in Fort Riley, KS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ware Elem?

At Ware Elem, there are approximately 17.9 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Fort Riley, KS?

Ware Elem is among the schools serving Fort Riley, KS. The school is part of the local school system.

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Primary|Fort Riley, Kansas|Geary County Schools

Fort Riley, KS 66442

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

697

Student:Teacher

17.9:1

Locale

Town

District

Geary County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

54.1%

Phone

(785)717-4600

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

49%

77th percentile in KS

Math Proficiency

45%

84th percentile in KS

Chronic Absenteeism

11.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

4 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1

Near average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

447

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,847

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,931

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$22,747

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 39%State 53%Local 9%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$261,823

+5.4% 1yr+34.6% 5yr

Manhattan, KS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.8%

Below 150% poverty line

5.1%

Unemployment rate

7.4%

Uninsured residents

6.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

1,450

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,253

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

399 (32%)

Other Health Impairment

186 (15%)

Autism

167 (13%)

Speech/Language Impairment

151 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

30 (2%)

Intellectual Disability

29 (2%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

623

Current enrollment

Declining(-21% 5yr)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ware Elem

Ware Elem has a total enrollment of 697 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Fort Riley, KS.

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