Serving 110 students in grades 6-12, Caldwell Secondary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caldwell Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Caldwell Secondary School's student population of 110 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Caldwell Secondary 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 Caldwell Secondary School is 0.34, 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
#980 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caldwell Secondary School's ranking?
Caldwell Secondary School is ranked #980 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caldwell Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Caldwell Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Caldwell Secondary School?
110 students attend Caldwell Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Caldwell Secondary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caldwell Secondary School?
Caldwell Secondary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Caldwell Secondary School offer ?
Caldwell Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Caldwell Secondary School part of?
Caldwell Secondary School is part of Caldwell School District.
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