Serving 31 students in grades 7-12, Weskan High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weskan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Weskan High School's student population of 31 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weskan High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weskan High School is 0.06, 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
#180 out of 1264 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Weskan High School's ranking?
Weskan High School is ranked #180 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Weskan High School often compared to?
Weskan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wallace County High School, Horace J. Good Middle School, Kenneth Henderson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weskan High School?
The graduation rate of Weskan High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Weskan High School?
31 students attend Weskan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Weskan High School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weskan High School?
Weskan High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Weskan High School offer ?
Weskan High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Weskan High School part of?
Weskan High School is part of Weskan School District.
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