Serving 211 students in grades 9-12, Riley County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riley County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Riley County High School's student population of 211 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riley County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riley County High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#704 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
3%
6%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riley County High School's ranking?
Riley County High School is ranked #704 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Riley County High School often compared to?
Riley County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan High School West/east Campus, Blue Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riley County High School?
The graduation rate of Riley County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Riley County High School?
211 students attend Riley County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Riley County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riley County High School?
Riley County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riley County High School offer ?
Riley County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Riley County High School part of?
Riley County High School is part of Riley County School District.
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