Serving 62 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Western Plains North Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Plains North Elementary serves the northwest part of Ransom, KS, covering an attendance zone of approximately 364.9 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Plains North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Western Plains North Elementary School's student population of 62 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Western Plains North Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Plains North Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#264 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Plains North Elementary School's ranking?
Western Plains North Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Western Plains North Elementary School?
62 students attend Western Plains North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Western Plains North Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Plains North Elementary School?
Western Plains North Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Plains North Elementary School offer ?
Western Plains North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Plains North Elementary School part of?
Western Plains North Elementary School is part of Western Plains School District.
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