For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,237 students in Derby, KS.
The top-ranked public high school in Derby, KS is Derby High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Derby, KS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Derby have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public high schools.
Derby, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the Kansas average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Derby High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kansas public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Derby, KS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Derby High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
920 N Rock Road
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8500
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,172 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
1550 E Walnut Grove Road
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8400
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8400
Gr: K-12 | 65 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Derby, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
715 E Madison
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8408
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8408
Gr: 6 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Derby, KS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Derby, KS include Derby High School.
How many public high schools are located in Derby?
2 public high schools are located in Derby.
What is the racial composition of students in Derby?
Derby public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kansas public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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