Serving 197 students in grades 7-12, Plainville High School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plainville High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Plainville school district, covering approximately 275.6 square miles. Parents can expect an average drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plainville High School's student population of 197 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Plainville High School 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 Plainville High School is 0.17, 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
#1168 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plainville High School's ranking?
Plainville High School is ranked #1168 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Plainville High School often compared to?
Plainville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stockton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plainville High School?
The graduation rate of Plainville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Plainville High School?
197 students attend Plainville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Plainville High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plainville High School?
Plainville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plainville High School offer ?
Plainville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plainville High School part of?
Plainville High School is part of Plainville School District.
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