Serving 55 students in grades 9-12, Golden Plains High School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Plains High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rexford, KS, covering approximately 242.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching as far as 14 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Plains High School's student population of 55 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Golden Plains High 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 Golden Plains High School is 0.43, 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
#553 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: 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 #553 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Golden Plains High School?
The graduation rate of Golden Plains High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Golden Plains High School?
55 students attend Golden Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Golden Plains High School students are White, and 31% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Plains High School?
Golden Plains High School has a student ration of 7:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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