Wheatland Elementary School

800 Meadow
Valley Center, KS 67147
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Wheatland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 10% in KS
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : Wheatland Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Valley Center, KS school district, covering approximately 84.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wheatland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Wheatland Elementary School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
To be a premier school district known for excellence in education, innovative instruction, outstanding programs, and dedication to students.

School Rankings

Wheatland Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheatland Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
This School
State Level (KS)
#112 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

75-79%
31%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

45-49%
32%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
1%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
12%
23%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

White
81%
60%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
19%
0.33

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
10.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wheatland Elementary School's ranking?
Wheatland Elementary School is ranked #112 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wheatland Elementary School often compared to?
Wheatland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abilene Elementary School, Bostic Traditional Magnet Elementary School, Circle Greenwich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wheatland Elementary School?
325 students attend Wheatland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wheatland Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheatland Elementary School?
Wheatland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheatland Elementary School offer ?
Wheatland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheatland Elementary School part of?
Wheatland Elementary School is part of Valley Center Pub School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : Wheatland Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Valley Center, KS school district, covering approximately 84.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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