Serving 74 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Wilson, KS, covering approximately 588.2 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 20-30 minutes and the furthest edge located about 28.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 74 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#162 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #162 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
74 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Central Plains School District.
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