Serving 449 students in grades 9-12, Abilene 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abilene High School's student population of 449 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Abilene High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abilene High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abilene High School's ranking?
Abilene High School is ranked #801 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Abilene High School often compared to?
Abilene High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solomon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abilene High School?
The graduation rate of Abilene High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Abilene High School?
449 students attend Abilene High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Abilene High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abilene High School?
Abilene High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abilene High School offer ?
Abilene High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abilene High School part of?
Abilene High School is part of Abilene School District.
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