Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Garden Plain Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Plain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garden Plain Elementary School's student population of 448 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Garden Plain Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Plain Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#235 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Plain Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Plain Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 1,280 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Garden Plain Elementary School?
448 students attend Garden Plain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Garden Plain Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garden Plain Elementary School?
Garden Plain Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garden Plain Elementary School offer ?
Garden Plain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garden Plain Elementary School part of?
Garden Plain Elementary School is part of Renwick School District.
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