Serving 252 students in grades 9-12, Cheney 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Cheney High School's student population of 252 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cheney High 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 Cheney High School is 0.22, 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
#672 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheney High School's ranking?
Cheney High School is ranked #672 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Cheney High School often compared to?
Cheney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Derby 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 28% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cheney High School?
The graduation rate of Cheney High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Cheney High School?
252 students attend Cheney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cheney High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cheney High School?
Cheney High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cheney High School offer ?
Cheney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cheney High School part of?
Cheney High School is part of Cheney School District.
School Reviews
5 6/3/2022
Great school for my children who have attended Cheney schools for Kindergarten through 12th grade. The teachers are supportive and care.
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