Western Plains

Nestled in a rural remote setting in western Kansas, Western Plains is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 100 School St. in Ransom, Kansas. Serving the local community across three operational school facilities, the district offers a comprehensive educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With a total enrollment of 127 students—comprising 70 female and 57 male learners—the district provides an intimate, close-knit academic environment tailored to the unique needs of a smaller student body.

The district's vibrant student population reflects a diverse community, including 85 White, 35 Hispanic, 3 multi-racial, 2 American Indian, and 2 Pacific Islander students. Western Plains maintains a remarkably robust staffing structure designed to foster individualized learning and comprehensive student care, powered by approximately 37.7 full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers, 2 instructional aides, and over 25 support personnel, bringing the total district staff to nearly 65 FTE members. This favorable student-to-educator context ensures tailored attention across every grade level. Families and researchers interested in exploring more about the district can reach out directly by phone at (785) 731-2352 or visit their web portal at www.usd106.org.