Wheatland Elementary School

800 Meadow
Valley Center, KS 67147
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Wheatland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 335 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 10% in KS
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wheatland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Wheatland Elementary School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
No Summary generated because only 4 years of data available
Total Students
335 students
View AI Prompt
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
View AI Prompt
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
To be a premier school district known for excellence in education, innovative instruction, outstanding programs, and dedication to students.

School Rankings

Wheatland Elementary School 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 Wheatland Elementary School is 0.34, 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.
This School
State Level (KS)
#112 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
View AI Prompt
75-79%
31%
View AI Prompt
45-49%
32%
View AI Prompt
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
View AI Prompt
American Indian
1%
1%
View AI Prompt
Asian
n/a
3%
View AI Prompt
Hispanic
13%
22%
View AI Prompt
Black
2%
7%
View AI Prompt
White
80%
61%
View AI Prompt
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
View AI Prompt
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
View AI Prompt
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
View AI Prompt
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
View AI Prompt
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wheatland Elementary School's ranking?
Wheatland Elementary School is ranked #112 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wheatland Elementary School?
335 students attend Wheatland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wheatland Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheatland Elementary School?
Wheatland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheatland Elementary School offer ?
Wheatland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheatland Elementary School part of?
Wheatland Elementary School is part of Valley Center Public School District.

School Reviews

Review Wheatland Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 335 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Request Information

Quick Links