West Elementary School serves 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Engage, Enrich, Empower - Every Student, Every Day
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
24%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
72%
60%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Elementary School?
201 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Goodland School District.
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