Serving 72 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Weskan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than 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 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weskan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Weskan Elementary School's student population of 72 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weskan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weskan Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#291 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
6%
7%
White
90%
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
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weskan Elementary School's ranking?
Weskan Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 29% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Weskan Elementary School?
72 students attend Weskan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Weskan Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weskan Elementary School?
Weskan Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Weskan Elementary School offer ?
Weskan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Weskan Elementary School part of?
Weskan Elementary School is part of Weskan School District.
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