Halstead–Bentley USD 440 is a public unified school district headquartered in Halstead, Kansas, United States. The district includes the communities of Halstead, Bentley, and nearby rural areas.
Serving 240 students in grades 9-12, Halstead 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Halstead High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Halstead school district, covering approximately 140.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes from various points within the zone, which extends up to 12.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halstead High School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Halstead 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 Halstead High School is 0.30, 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
#1036 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
80-89%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
No specific colors provided.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halstead High School's ranking?
Halstead High School is ranked #1036 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Halstead High School?
The graduation rate of Halstead High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Halstead High School?
240 students attend Halstead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Halstead High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halstead High School?
Halstead High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Halstead High School offer ?
Halstead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halstead High School part of?
Halstead High School is part of Halstead School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Bad experience overall, problems with bullying that the staff refuse to do anything about, no support for the mentally ill. 1/5, go to Sedgwick.
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