Serving 16 students in grades 6-8, Palco Jr. 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palco Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palco Jr. High School's student population of 16 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palco Jr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palco Jr. High School is 0.31, 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
#175 out of 1264 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palco Jr. High School's ranking?
Palco Jr. High School is ranked #175 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Palco Jr. High School?
16 students attend Palco Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Palco Jr. High School students are White, and 19% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palco Jr. High School?
Palco Jr. High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palco Jr. High School offer ?
Palco Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palco Jr. High School part of?
Palco Jr. High School is part of Palco School District.
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