Serving 58 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Western Plains North Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Plains North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Plains North Elementary School's student population of 58 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Mascot
Bobcats
School Rankings
Western Plains North Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Plains North Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Plains North Elementary School's ranking?
Western Plains North Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Western Plains North Elementary School?
58 students attend Western Plains North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Western Plains North Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Plains North Elementary School?
Western Plains North Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Plains North Elementary School offer ?
Western Plains North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Plains North Elementary School part of?
Western Plains North Elementary School is part of Western Plains School District.
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