Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Indianola Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Indianola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Indianola Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Indianola Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Indianola Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#223 out of 1264 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
2%
6%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Indianola Elementary School's ranking?
West Indianola Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend West Indianola Elementary School?
450 students attend West Indianola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of West Indianola Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Indianola Elementary School?
West Indianola Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Indianola Elementary School offer ?
West Indianola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is West Indianola Elementary School part of?
West Indianola Elementary School is part of Seaman School District.
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