Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Doniphan West Elementary School 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Doniphan West Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Denton, KS school district, covering approximately 225.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doniphan West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Doniphan West Elementary School's student population of 211 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Doniphan West Elementary School 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 Doniphan West Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#484 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-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 Doniphan West Elementary School's ranking?
Doniphan West Elementary School is ranked #484 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Doniphan West Elementary School?
211 students attend Doniphan West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Doniphan West Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doniphan West Elementary School?
Doniphan West Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Doniphan West Elementary School offer ?
Doniphan West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doniphan West Elementary School part of?
Doniphan West Elementary School is part of Doniphan West Schools.
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