Serving 72 students in grades 9-12, Deerfield High School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Deerfield High serves the entire district of Deerfield, KS, encompassing approximately 217.9 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deerfield High School's student population of 72 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deerfield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerfield High School is 0.47, 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
#553 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
65%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
33%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield High School's ranking?
Deerfield High School is ranked #553 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deerfield High School?
The graduation rate of Deerfield High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Deerfield High School?
72 students attend Deerfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Deerfield High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerfield High School?
Deerfield High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deerfield High School offer ?
Deerfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerfield High School part of?
Deerfield High School is part of Deerfield School District.
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