Serving 34 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 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in KS)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Plains High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ransom, KS, covering approximately 593.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 32.1 miles.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Western Plains High School's student population of 34 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Western Plains High School is 0.53, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Hispanic
35%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
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 29% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 89%.
How many students attend Western Plains High School?
34 students attend Western Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Western Plains High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Plains High School?
Western Plains High School has a student ration of 9:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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