Serving 92 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wetmore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wetmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Wetmore Elementary School's student population of 92 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wetmore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wetmore Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#672 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
1%
6%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wetmore Elementary School's ranking?
Wetmore Elementary School is ranked #672 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Wetmore Elementary School?
92 students attend Wetmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wetmore Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wetmore Elementary School?
Wetmore Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wetmore Elementary School offer ?
Wetmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Wetmore Elementary School part of?
Wetmore Elementary School is part of Prairie Hills School District.
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