Serving 31 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Western Plains South Elem/jr High School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Plains South Elementary and Junior High serves the southeast part of Bazine, KS, covering an area of approximately 229 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 9.9 miles, extending up to 14 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Plains South Elem/jr High School's student population of 31 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Western Plains South Elem/jr High School 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 Western Plains South Elem/jr High School is 0.44, 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
#826 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 is Western Plains South Elem/jr High School's ranking?
Western Plains South Elem/jr High School is ranked #826 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Western Plains South Elem/jr High School?
31 students attend Western Plains South Elem/jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Western Plains South Elem/jr High School students are Hispanic, and 32% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Plains South Elem/jr High School?
Western Plains South Elem/jr High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Plains South Elem/jr High School offer ?
Western Plains South Elem/jr High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Plains South Elem/jr High School part of?
Western Plains South Elem/jr High School is part of Western Plains School District.
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