Serving 53 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Westphalia ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westphalia ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westphalia's student population of 53 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
500 acres
School Rankings
Westphalia ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westphalia is 0.00, 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
#610 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westphalia's ranking?
Westphalia is ranked #610 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Westphalia?
53 students attend Westphalia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Westphalia students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westphalia?
Westphalia has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westphalia offer ?
Westphalia offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westphalia part of?
Westphalia is part of Garnett School District.
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