Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Crest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crest High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Colony, KS, covering approximately 176.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 16.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Crest High School's student population of 78 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Crest 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 Crest High School is 0.15, 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
#667 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Lancer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crest High School's ranking?
Crest High School is ranked #667 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Crest High School often compared to?
Crest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson County Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crest High School?
The graduation rate of Crest High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Crest High School?
78 students attend Crest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Crest High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crest High School?
Crest High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crest High School offer ?
Crest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crest High School part of?
Crest High School is part of Crest School District.
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