Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood's student population of 229 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Dragons and Oilers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
60%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons And Oilers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood's ranking?
Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood is ranked #116 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood?
229 students attend Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood?
Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood offer ?
Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood part of?
Central Plains Elementary School - Holyrood is part of Central Plains School District.
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