Serving 147 students in grades 6-12, Dexter High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dexter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dexter High School's student population of 147 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dexter High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dexter High School is 0.15, 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
#402 out of 1264 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter High School's ranking?
Dexter High School is ranked #402 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Dexter High School often compared to?
Dexter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Jr-sr High School, Arkansas City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dexter High School?
The graduation rate of Dexter High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Dexter High School?
147 students attend Dexter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dexter High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dexter High School?
Dexter High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dexter High School offer ?
Dexter High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Dexter High School part of?
Dexter High School is part of Dexter School District.
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