Serving 308 students in grades 4-6, Pauline South Intermediate 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 16% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pauline South Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pauline South Intermediate's student population of 308 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Pauline South Intermediate 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 Pauline South Intermediate is 0.51, 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
#1096 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
10%
7%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Pauline South Intermediate's ranking?
Pauline South Intermediate is ranked #1096 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Pauline South Intermediate often compared to?
Pauline South Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Pauline Central Primary, Auburn Elementary School, Jay Shideler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pauline South Intermediate?
308 students attend Pauline South Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Pauline South Intermediate students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pauline South Intermediate?
Pauline South Intermediate has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pauline South Intermediate offer ?
Pauline South Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pauline South Intermediate part of?
Pauline South Intermediate is part of Auburn-Washburn School District.
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