Jefferson Co North High School

302 5th Street
Winchester, KS 66097
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 117 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson Co North 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 117 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • : Jefferson Co North High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Winchester, KS, encompassing approximately 118.4 square miles. The area has an average distance of 6.5 miles from the school to its edges, with the furthest point being 11.5 miles away, making for a typical drive time of 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jefferson Co North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Jefferson Co North High School's student population of 117 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Jefferson Co North 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 Jefferson Co North High School is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (KS)
#770 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21-39%
31%
20-29%
32%
60-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
23%
White
96%
60%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
4%
0.08
≥80%
88%
(22-23)
11.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jefferson Co North High School's ranking?
Jefferson Co North High School is ranked #770 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Jefferson Co North High School often compared to?
Jefferson Co North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson West High School, Mclouth High School by visitors of our site.
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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Co North High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Co North High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jefferson Co North High School?
117 students attend Jefferson Co North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Jefferson Co North High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Co North High School?
Jefferson Co North High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Co North High School offer ?
Jefferson Co North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Co North High School part of?
Jefferson Co North High School is part of Jefferson County North School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 117 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • : Jefferson Co North High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Winchester, KS, encompassing approximately 118.4 square miles. The area has an average distance of 6.5 miles from the school to its edges, with the furthest point being 11.5 miles away, making for a typical drive time of 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education

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