Leavenworth Sr High School

2012 10th Ave
Leavenworth, KS 66048
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,279 students in grades 9-12, Leavenworth Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,279 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 87% (Top 50% in KS)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Leavenworth Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

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School Overview

Leavenworth Sr High School's student population of 1,279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,279 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
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School Rankings

Leavenworth Sr 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 Leavenworth Sr High School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (KS)
#968 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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13%
28%
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28%
36%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
11%
21%
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Black
16%
6%
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White
60%
63%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.60
This chart display the diversity score of Leavenworth Sr High School and the public school average diversity score of Kansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
87%
86%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
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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 Leavenworth Sr High School's ranking?
Leavenworth Sr High School is ranked #968 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Leavenworth Sr High School often compared to?
Leavenworth Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lansing High 9-12, Basehor-linwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leavenworth Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Leavenworth Sr High School is 87%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Leavenworth Sr High School?
1,279 students attend Leavenworth Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Leavenworth Sr High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leavenworth Sr High School?
Leavenworth Sr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leavenworth Sr High School offer ?
Leavenworth Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leavenworth Sr High School part of?
Leavenworth Sr High School is part of Leavenworth School District.

School Reviews

2   3/4/2021
I think this school has too many cliques. The students are in the hallways making out. There should be an enforced dress code. Some of the teachers are really good. There should be a program to welcome new students.
- Posted by Parent - Disappointed

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,279 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : 87% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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