Serving 24 students in grades 9-12, Western Plains High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Plains High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Plains High School's student population of 24 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Western Plains High School is 0.40, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
4%
6%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western Plains High School?
The graduation rate of Western Plains High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Western Plains High School?
24 students attend Western Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Western Plains High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Plains High School?
Western Plains High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Plains High School offer ?
Western Plains High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Western Plains High School part of?
Western Plains High School is part of Western Plains School District.
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