Serving 122 students in grades 3-5, Plains Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Plains Elementary School's student population of 122 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plains Elementary 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 Plains Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1048 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
66%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
30%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plains Elementary School's ranking?
Plains Elementary School is ranked #1048 out of 1,280 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Plains Elementary School?
122 students attend Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Plains Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plains Elementary School?
Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plains Elementary School offer ?
Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Plains Elementary School part of?
Plains Elementary School is part of Kismet-Plains School District.
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