Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Centre ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centre's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lost Springs, KS, covering approximately 308.4 square miles, with most areas located about 10.3 miles from the school and a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone reaches up to 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centre's student population of 183 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
Centre ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centre is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#562 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
White
87%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centre's ranking?
Centre is ranked #562 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Centre often compared to?
Centreis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsboro Middle/high School, Goessel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Centre?
The graduation rate of Centre is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Centre?
183 students attend Centre.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Centre students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centre?
Centre has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centre offer ?
Centre offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centre part of?
Centre is part of Centre School District.
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