Wallace County Schools & Education
Wallace County, Kansas
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
44/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
75.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
75.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.7%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,574
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,009
School Score
44/100
Higher = better
State avg 61/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#88
of 105 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Wallace County
School Verdict
Wallace County has average school quality (score: 44/100) with a graduation rate of 75.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Wallace County spends $9,574 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Wallace County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 28% below the Kansas average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 13.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Wallace County, Kansas
Small-scale education on the border
Wallace County maintains four public schools consisting of two elementary and two high schools. Two school districts manage this infrastructure, serving a total of 292 students. The network is built for accessibility in one of the state's most sparsely populated western areas.
Facing challenges in graduation rates
The graduation rate in Wallace County currently stands at 75.0%, trailing both the state average and the national benchmark of 87%. However, the county allocates a robust $9,574 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the Kansas state average of $9,009. The composite school score of 51.2 remains just above the national median despite the graduation gap.
Dual-district system serves the region
Wallace County Schools is the larger of the two districts, educating 186 students across two schools. The Weskan district serves the remaining 106 students in the county. Neither district features charter schools, maintaining a 100% traditional public school landscape for local families.
The epitome of small-school learning
Every campus in the county is rural, and the average school size is just 73 students. Sharon Springs Elementary is the largest facility with 128 students, while Weskan High is exceptionally intimate with only 34 students. This scale ensures that every student receives significant individual attention and knows every classmate by name.
Incredible student-to-teacher ratios
Families seeking an environment where children can't get lost in the crowd should explore Wallace County. While graduation rates are currently lower than average, the high per-pupil spending and tiny class sizes offer unique advantages. Look for homes in Sharon Springs or Weskan to take advantage of this personalized educational approach.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Wallace County
Total Enrollment
292
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Wallace County
Wallace County Schools
Weskan
4 Public Schools in Wallace County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharon Springs Elem | Wallace County Schools | PK–8 | Primary | 128 |
| Weskan Elem | Weskan | PK–6 | Primary | 72 |
| Wallace County High | Wallace County Schools | 9–12 | High | 58 |
| Weskan High | Weskan | 7–12 | High | 34 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,574
State avg $9,009
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Wallace County, Kansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Wallace County, Kansas?
Wallace County maintains four public schools consisting of two elementary and two high schools. Two school districts manage this infrastructure, serving a total of 292 students. The network is built for accessibility in one of the state's most sparsely populated western areas.
How do schools in Wallace County perform academically?
The graduation rate in Wallace County currently stands at 75.0%, trailing both the state average and the national benchmark of 87%. However, the county allocates a robust $9,574 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the Kansas state average of $9,009. The composite school score of 51.2 remains just above the national median despite the graduation gap.
What are the major school districts in Wallace County, Kansas?
Wallace County Schools is the larger of the two districts, educating 186 students across two schools. The Weskan district serves the remaining 106 students in the county. Neither district features charter schools, maintaining a 100% traditional public school landscape for local families.
What is the school experience like in Wallace County?
Every campus in the county is rural, and the average school size is just 73 students. Sharon Springs Elementary is the largest facility with 128 students, while Weskan High is exceptionally intimate with only 34 students. This scale ensures that every student receives significant individual attention and knows every classmate by name.
How can I find homes near good schools in Wallace County, Kansas?
Families seeking an environment where children can't get lost in the crowd should explore Wallace County. While graduation rates are currently lower than average, the high per-pupil spending and tiny class sizes offer unique advantages. Look for homes in Sharon Springs or Weskan to take advantage of this personalized educational approach.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.