Frederic Remington High School is a public secondary school in rural Butler County, Kansas between the cities of Whitewater and Potwin.
Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, Frederic Remington 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frederic Remington High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Whitewater, KS school district, covering approximately 253 square miles. This area typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frederic Remington High School's student population of 161 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Frederic Remington 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 Frederic Remington High School is 0.26, 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
#933 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
60%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Bucking Horse
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederic Remington High School's ranking?
Frederic Remington High School is ranked #933 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederic Remington High School?
The graduation rate of Frederic Remington High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Frederic Remington High School?
161 students attend Frederic Remington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Frederic Remington High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederic Remington High School?
Frederic Remington High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frederic Remington High School offer ?
Frederic Remington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederic Remington High School part of?
Frederic Remington High School is part of Remington-Whitewater School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I went to Remington , graduated in "66" It was great. Times were different of course but we still received a great education and had fun at the same time.. The only thing I have missed is REUNIONS. Which we have only had 2. Would love to see all the people. Was going to say older, but I haven't gotten there yet. LOL!!
My name was Leierer when I went to Remington..
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