Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, West Elk Schools 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elk Schools' attendance zone covers the entire district, serving the area around Howard, KS, and spanning approximately 541.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.3 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 18.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elk Schools's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Elk Schools 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 West Elk Schools is 0.35, 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
#733 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
80%
60%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elk Schools's ranking?
West Elk Schools is ranked #733 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Elk Schools?
The graduation rate of West Elk Schools is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend West Elk Schools?
371 students attend West Elk Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Elk Schools students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elk Schools?
West Elk Schools has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elk Schools offer ?
West Elk Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elk Schools part of?
West Elk Schools is part of West Elk School District.
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