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2 schools in Ransom

Kansas · Public K-12

Of the public K-12 schools operating across Kansas, 2 sit inside Ransom, collectively enrolling about 96 students (1 elementary and 1 high).

7-year change in Ransom

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
96
+14 (+17%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
78%
was 70%
% Hispanic
15%
was 28%
% Black
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Western Plains HighHigh09-1234
Western Plains North ElemElementaryPK-0862

About Ransom

Ransom, Kansas is home to 2 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 96 students. By school count, it is a thinly populated city.

For a sense of the school types, the city covers 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Average school size in Ransom is around 48 students, 86% meaningfully below the Kansas average of about 355.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 96 students, rose 17% from the 82 reported in SY 2017-18. Demographically, the Hispanic share of enrollment declined from 28% to 15%.

On this page, the community for Ransom discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Ransom?
Ransom, Kansas has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 96 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Ransom?
Ransom has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Ransom?
Western Plains North Elem is the largest public school in Ransom by enrollment, with approximately 62 students.
What school districts serve Ransom?
Ransom public schools are operated by Western Plains.
What grade levels do public schools in Ransom cover?
Public schools in Ransom serve students from pre-K through grade 12.