West Elem vs Wheatland Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 656 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
West Elem
Valley Center · Public elementary · Grades K–3
264 students
Wheatland Elem
Valley Center · Public elementary · Grades K–3
325 students
| Measure | West Elem Valley Center, Kansas | Wheatland Elem Valley Center, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #261 of 686 | #80 of 686 |
| National rank | #23579 of 50,301 | #10041 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 264 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 264 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.4% | 43.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 67% |
| city | Valley Center | Valley Center |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wheatland Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 52.3).
- •Wheatland Elem does better on math proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Wheatland Elem does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Wheatland Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 53.4%).
- •West Elem does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.5).
- •Wheatland Elem is the larger school with 325 students compared with 264.
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 West Elem better than Wheatland Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Wheatland Elem ranks higher (71.9 vs 52.3 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 West Elem and Wheatland Elem?
About 656 m in a straight line, between Valley Center and Valley Center in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
West Elem: 264. Wheatland Elem: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do West Elem and Wheatland Elem rank in Kansas?
West Elem is 261st of 686 and Wheatland Elem is 80th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).