Goessel High School is a public secondary school in Goessel, Kansas, United States. It is operated by Goessel USD 411 school district. It is the sole public high school for the community of Goessel and nearby rural areas of Marion / McPherson / Harvey Counties.
Serving 154 students in grades 6-12, Goessel 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goessel High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Goessel school district, covering approximately 109.7 square miles in and around Goessel, KS. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest point in the zone being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goessel High School's student population of 154 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Goessel 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 Goessel High School is 0.19, 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
#286 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goessel High School's ranking?
Goessel High School is ranked #286 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Goessel High School often compared to?
Goessel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsboro Middle/high School, Centre 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goessel High School?
The graduation rate of Goessel High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Goessel High School?
154 students attend Goessel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Goessel High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goessel High School?
Goessel High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Goessel High School offer ?
Goessel High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goessel High School part of?
Goessel High School is part of Goessel School District.
School Reviews
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