Golden Plains High School serves 58 students in grades 9-12.
Golden Plains High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Plains High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Golden Plains High School's student population of 58 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
58 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Golden Plains High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Golden Plains High School is 0.31, 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
#180 out of 1264 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
19%
20%

Black
n/a
7%
White
81%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
9%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Plains High School's ranking?
Golden Plains High School is ranked #180 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Golden Plains High School often compared to?
Golden Plains High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoxie High School, Wheatland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Plains High School?
The graduation rate of Golden Plains High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Golden Plains High School?
58 students attend Golden Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Golden Plains High School students are White, and 19% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Plains High School?
Golden Plains High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Golden Plains High School offer ?
Golden Plains High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Golden Plains High School part of?
Golden Plains High School is part of Golden Plains School District.
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