Serving 135 students in grades 6-12, Kinsley Jr/sr 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kinsley Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kinsley, KS, covering approximately 343.1 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching a furthest point of 16.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kinsley Jr/sr High School's student population of 135 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Kinsley Jr/sr 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 Kinsley Jr/sr High School is 0.40, 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
#915 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
26%
23%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kinsley Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Kinsley Jr/sr High School is ranked #915 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kinsley Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Kinsley Jr/sr High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Kinsley Jr/sr High School?
135 students attend Kinsley Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Kinsley Jr/sr High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kinsley Jr/sr High School?
Kinsley Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kinsley Jr/sr High School offer ?
Kinsley Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kinsley Jr/sr High School part of?
Kinsley Jr/sr High School is part of Kinsley-Offerle School District.
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