Serving 141 students in grades 7-12, Central Plains Jr. Sr. 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 141 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#667 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #667 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellinwood High School, Great Bend High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School?
141 students attend Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School?
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Central Plains Jr. Sr. High School is part of Central Plains School District.
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