Serving 353 students in grades 3-5, West Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elem's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wamego, KS school district, covering approximately 192 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#81 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
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)16.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
353 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Wamego School District.
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