Westphalia

Westphalia Elementary School is a small, rural public school nestled in the heart of Westphalia, Kansas. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of just 50 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention. The school’s dedicated staff consists of six full-time equivalent teachers who work closely with their young charges to foster academic growth.

Westphalia Elementary School's current MySchoolScout rating is 3.7 out of 10, reflecting room for improvement in its academic performance. The state ranking places the school at number 1123 out of 1298 schools across Kansas, which puts it in the 14th percentile overall. In terms of specific subjects, only 36% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, and just 23% meet proficiency standards in Math.

Despite these challenges, Westphalia Elementary School is deeply committed to supporting its students’ educational needs within a close-knit rural community where everyone knows each other. The school's setting offers a tight-knit atmosphere that encourages strong bonds between teachers, parents, and students.

With an enrollment of 50 students, Westphalia 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.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1, Westphalia offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Westphalia 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.