Serving 58 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wheatland Elementary 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 31%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheatland Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Grainfield, KS, covering approximately 435.3 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 13.6 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 29.3 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wheatland Elementary School's student population of 58 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheatland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.13, 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
#175 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)6.9%
28%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Wheatland Elementary School's ranking?
Wheatland Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wheatland Elementary School?
58 students attend Wheatland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wheatland Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheatland Elementary School part of?
Wheatland Elementary School is part of Wheatland School District.
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