Serving 419 students in grades 9-12, Atchison 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 10-14% (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 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Atchison High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Atchison, KS, covering an area of approximately 57.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.3 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 13.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atchison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Atchison High School's student population of 419 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Atchison 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 Atchison High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#947 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
10%
7%
White
72%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atchison High School's ranking?
Atchison High School is ranked #947 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Atchison High School often compared to?
Atchison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central School, Atchison County Community Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Atchison High School?
The graduation rate of Atchison High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Atchison High School?
419 students attend Atchison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Atchison High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atchison High School?
Atchison High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Atchison High School offer ?
Atchison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atchison High School part of?
Atchison High School is part of Atchison School District.
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