Serving 164 students in grades 6-12, Dexter High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dexter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Dexter High School's student population of 164 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dexter High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dexter High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter High School's ranking?
Dexter High School is ranked #343 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Dexter High School often compared to?
Dexter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Jr-sr High School, Arkansas City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dexter High School?
The graduation rate of Dexter High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Dexter High School?
164 students attend Dexter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dexter High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dexter High School?
Dexter High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dexter High School offer ?
Dexter High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dexter High School part of?
Dexter High School is part of Dexter School District.
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