Serving 277 students in grades 4-6, Pauline South Intermediate ranks in the bottom 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 20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pauline South Intermediate serves the eastern part of the Wakarusa, KS school district, covering an area of approximately 27.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pauline South Intermediate's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pauline South Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pauline South Intermediate is 0.55, 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
#1016 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
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)27.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Pauline South Intermediate's ranking?
Pauline South Intermediate is ranked #1016 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Pauline South Intermediate often compared to?
Pauline South Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Pauline Central Primary, Auburn Elementary 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 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pauline South Intermediate?
277 students attend Pauline South Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pauline South Intermediate students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pauline South Intermediate?
Pauline South Intermediate has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pauline South Intermediate offer ?
Pauline South Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pauline South Intermediate part of?
Pauline South Intermediate is part of Auburn-Washburn School District.
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