Hutchinson High School is a public secondary school in Hutchinson, Kansas, United States, operated by Hutchinson USD 308 public school district. This school is the only public high school within the city limits of Hutchinson. The enrollment for 2020-2021 was 1,430 students.
Serving 1,214 students in grades 9-12, Hutchinson 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 18% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 1,214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hutchinson High School's attendance zone covers the entire Hutchinson, KS school district, encompassing approximately 15.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hutchinson High School's student population of 1,214 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,214 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1872
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson High School is 0.52, 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
#1093 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
89%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Salthawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hutchinson High School's ranking?
Hutchinson High School is ranked #1093 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Hutchinson High School often compared to?
Hutchinson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buhler High School, Nickerson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hutchinson High School?
The graduation rate of Hutchinson High School is 89%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hutchinson High School?
1,214 students attend Hutchinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hutchinson High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hutchinson High School?
Hutchinson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hutchinson High School offer ?
Hutchinson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hutchinson High School part of?
Hutchinson High School is part of Hutchinson School District.
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