Golden Plains Middle

Golden Plains Middle serves 39 sixth through eighth graders in Rexford, Kansas, as a regular public school. Its 13:1 student-teacher ratio gives every student close access to instruction — a structural advantage that shows up clearly in the results. The school earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10, rated Exceptional.

That puts it #3 of 222 middle schools in Kansas and #36 among all 1,293 public schools statewide, outperforming 97% of Kansas schools across every level. For a school with fewer than 40 students, that standing is striking and consistent. Growth is where Golden Plains separates itself most sharply.

Its 9.9/10 growth score means students here advance faster academically than at virtually any other Kansas school — a signal that strong outcomes aren't just a function of incoming student profiles, but of what's happening inside the classroom. Academic performance rounds out at 7.9/10, producing a profile built on both solid fundamentals and exceptional year-over-year progress. Families considering this school get a small, attentive environment backed by one of the strongest performance records in the state.

The data makes the case plainly.

With an enrollment of 39 students, Golden Plains Middle is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Golden Plains Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.