Serving 300 students in grades 7-12, Ellsworth 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ellsworth High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Ellsworth, KS, covering approximately 427.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located nearly 19.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellsworth High School's student population of 300 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth High School is 0.20, 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
#840 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellsworth High School's ranking?
Ellsworth High School is ranked #840 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ellsworth High School?
The graduation rate of Ellsworth High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ellsworth High School?
300 students attend Ellsworth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ellsworth High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellsworth High School?
Ellsworth High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellsworth High School offer ?
Ellsworth High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellsworth High School part of?
Ellsworth High School is part of Ellsworth School District.
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