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Langston Hughes Elem

1101 George Williams Way, Lawrence, KS, 66049

Top 10% School in KANSAS

Ranked 14 of 293 in KANSAS

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About Langston Hughes Elem

Langston Hughes Elementary is a public school in Lawrence, Kansas that teaches students in grades K–5. There are about 544 students at the school, and there is about one teacher for every 18 students. Langston Hughes Elementary has a traditional academic program that puts a lot of stress on reading, writing, and math readiness, as well as getting students involved. To meet the needs of all students, the school also offers enrichment activities and group learning. The different backgrounds of the students make for a welcoming learning environment. According to data from U.S. News, 73% of students at Langston Hughes Elementary scored at or above the proficient level in math, and 70% did the same in reading. This shows that the school does better in school than a lot of other elementary schools in the state. The amount of money that each school gets is usually close to the district average. This money goes toward things like classroom supplies, technology, and student services. The Lawrence area is known for its neighborhoods that are suitable for families, its stable housing market, and its proximity to the University of Kansas. All of these things help support education in the area. Langston Hughes Elementary is one of the best schools in Kansas because it has a structured learning environment that helps students do well and gets good grades all the time.

Langston Hughes Elem Contact Information

Address

1101 George Williams Way, Lawrence, KS, 66049

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Phone

(785) 832-5890

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 67%
Reading 70%
State average proficiency is 67% in Math and 70% in Reading.
29
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
544
Total Students
$48210
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 14 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Langston Hughes Elem

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 74.82%
Asian 6.07%
Hispanic 6.8%
Black 1.84%
Two+ Races 9.74%
Native Am. 0.74%
White
74.82%
Asian
6.07%
Hispanic
6.8%
Black
1.84%
Two+ Races
9.74%
Native Am.
0.74%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 544
50.37%
274 Female
49.63%
270 Male

Student Population

544 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

451 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The district has approved a major expansion project for Langston Hughes Elementary School, hiring architectural and engineering firms to design additional classrooms and expanded facilities. This is intended to relieve overcrowding and improve the learning environment.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of enrichment programs are there?

Ans. Students can join clubs that do arts and crafts, music, and projects.

Q2. How does the school help students behave and grow as people?

Ans. Langston Hughes uses activities and help with character education.

Q3. Are there chances for families to get involved?

Ans. Parents can participate in school events, volunteer programs, and parent organizations.

Q4. Does the school put on events or performances for students every year?

Ans. Yes, the school puts on themed events, student showcases, and parties.

Q5. How do classrooms use digital learning?

Ans. During lessons, students use digital tools, learning apps, and interactive boards.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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