For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 567 students in Paola, KS.
The top-ranked public high school in Paola, KS is Paola High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paola, KS public high school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Paola have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public high schools.
Paola, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kansas average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Paola High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Paola, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paola High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 N Angela
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8010
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8010
Gr: 9-12 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Paola, KS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Paola, KS include Paola High School.
How many public high schools are located in Paola?
1 public high schools are located in Paola.
What is the racial composition of students in Paola?
Paola public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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