DERBY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Derby Hills Elem is a public elementary school that is part of the Derby school district, located in Derby, KS with about 557 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 31 teachers, Derby Hills Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Derby Hills Elementary School is a public school located in Derby, Kansas, serving as part of the Derby Public Schools district (USD 260). The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment that focuses on the holistic development of its students. By emphasizing foundational academic skills and a strong sense of community, Derby Hills aims to prepare its students for success in their future academic endeavors while nurturing their social and emotional growth.

The school benefits from being part of a larger district known for its strong community involvement and focus on student-centered learning. Students at Derby Hills have access to a variety of resources and programs designed to meet diverse learning needs, supported by a dedicated faculty and staff. Through its partnership with families and the local community, the school emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, ensuring that students are encouraged to reach their full potential in a safe and engaging setting.

For more information, contact Derby Hills Elem at (316) 788-8540 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2230 North Woodlawn
Derby, KS 67037-3899
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DERBY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Derby, KS with about 557 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Derby
Total Students:
557
Teachers:
31
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 557 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DERBY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
74.3%
Hispanic/Latino
9.5%
Two or more races
9.3%
Asian
4.3%
Black or African American
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
45.4%
Male
54.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.