For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 119 students in Plains, KS.
The top ranked public elementary school in Plains, KS is Plains Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Plains, KS public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Plains have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Plains, KS (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plains Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 Mustang
Plains, KS 67869
(620) 563-7285
Plains, KS 67869
(620) 563-7285
Gr: 3-5 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Plains, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Plains, KS include Plains Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Plains?
1 public elementary schools are located in Plains.
What is the racial composition of students in Plains?
Plains public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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