Burrton Elem vs Western Plains North Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 209 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burrton Elem
Burrton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
63 students
Western Plains North Elem
Ransom · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
62 students
| Measure | Burrton Elem Burrton, Kansas | Western Plains North Elem Ransom, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #538 of 686 | #551 of 686 |
| National rank | #37932 of 50,301 | #38841 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 63 | 62 |
| Enrollment | 63 | 62 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.4% | 69.4% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 30% |
| city | Burrton | Ransom |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burrton Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.9 vs 29.6).
- •Western Plains North Elem does better on math proficiency (30% vs 24.5%).
- •Western Plains North Elem does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 24.5%).
- •Burrton Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.4% vs 69.4%).
- •Burrton Elem does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 12.4).
- •Burrton Elem is the larger school with 63 students compared with 62.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burrton Elem better than Western Plains North Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Burrton Elem ranks higher (30.9 vs 29.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Burrton Elem and Western Plains North Elem?
About 209 km in a straight line, between Burrton and Ransom in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burrton Elem: 63. Western Plains North Elem: 62. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burrton Elem and Western Plains North Elem rank in Kansas?
Burrton Elem is 538th of 686 and Western Plains North Elem is 551st of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).