Serving 109 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Caldwell Secondary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Caldwell, KS, encompassing approximately 189.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caldwell Secondary School's student population of 109 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
109 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caldwell Secondary 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 Caldwell Secondary School is 0.39, 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
#888 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
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 #888 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Caldwell Secondary School often compared to?
Caldwell Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Plaine High School, Argonia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 89%.
How many students attend Caldwell Secondary School?
109 students attend Caldwell Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Caldwell Secondary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 8% 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 6:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caldwell Secondary School part of?
Caldwell Secondary School is part of Caldwell School District.
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