Serving 49 students in grades 9-12, Axtell 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Axtell High serves the west part of its school district in Axtell, KS, covering an area of approximately 131 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Axtell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Axtell High School's student population of 49 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Axtell High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Axtell High School is 0.08, 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
#165 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
23%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axtell High School's ranking?
Axtell High School is ranked #165 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Axtell High School often compared to?
Axtell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabetha High School, Frankfort High 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 31% KS state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Axtell High School?
The graduation rate of Axtell High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Axtell High School?
49 students attend Axtell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Axtell High School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Axtell High School?
Axtell High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Axtell High School offer ?
Axtell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Axtell High School part of?
Axtell High School is part of Prairie Hills School District.
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