Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Garden Plain Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Garden Plain Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Garden Plain, KS, covering an area of approximately 28.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Plain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garden Plain Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Garden Plain Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Plain Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#252 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Garden Plain Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Plain Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Garden Plain Elementary School?
445 students attend Garden Plain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Garden Plain Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden Plain Elementary School?
Garden Plain Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garden Plain Elementary School offer ?
Garden Plain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garden Plain Elementary School part of?
Garden Plain Elementary School is part of Renwick School District.
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