Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, West Elk Schools 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elk Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Elk Schools's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Elk Schools ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elk Schools is 0.29, 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
#733 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 West Elk Schools's ranking?
West Elk Schools is ranked #733 out of 1,269 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Elk Schools?
The graduation rate of West Elk Schools is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend West Elk Schools?
375 students attend West Elk Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Elk Schools students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elk Schools?
West Elk Schools has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elk Schools offer ?
West Elk Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elk Schools part of?
West Elk Schools is part of West Elk School District.
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