Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Pauline Central Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pauline Central Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pauline Central Primary's student population of 406 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pauline Central Primary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pauline Central Primary is 0.54, 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
#840 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
7%
7%
White
65%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pauline Central Primary's ranking?
Pauline Central Primary is ranked #840 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Pauline Central Primary often compared to?
Pauline Central Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Auburn Elementary School, Pauline South Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pauline Central Primary?
406 students attend Pauline Central Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pauline Central Primary students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pauline Central Primary?
Pauline Central Primary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pauline Central Primary offer ?
Pauline Central Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pauline Central Primary part of?
Pauline Central Primary is part of Auburn-Washburn School District.
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