Serving 64 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Weskan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Weskan Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Weskan, KS school district, encompassing an area of approximately 254 square miles. This zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 9.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weskan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Weskan Elementary School's student population of 64 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Home of the Coyotes'
School Rankings
Weskan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weskan Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#303 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyotes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weskan Elementary School's ranking?
Weskan Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Weskan Elementary School?
64 students attend Weskan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Weskan Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weskan Elementary School?
Weskan Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Weskan Elementary School offer ?
Weskan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weskan Elementary School part of?
Weskan Elementary School is part of Weskan School District.
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