Leavenworth High School is a public high school located in Leavenworth, Kansas, operated by Leavenworth USD 453 school district. The school was established in 1865, making it one of the first high schools in Kansas. The school colors are blue and white and the mascot is the "Pioneer".
Serving 1,237 students in grades 9-12, Leavenworth 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 18% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leavenworth Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Leavenworth, KS, covering an area of 16.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leavenworth Sr High School's student population of 1,237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1865
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth Sr High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#867 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)
30%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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
79%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Pioneer Pete
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leavenworth Sr High School's ranking?
Leavenworth Sr High School is ranked #867 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Leavenworth Sr High School often compared to?
Leavenworth Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lansing High 9-12, Basehor-linwood 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 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leavenworth Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Leavenworth Sr High School is 79%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Leavenworth Sr High School?
1,237 students attend Leavenworth Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Leavenworth Sr High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leavenworth Sr High School?
Leavenworth Sr High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leavenworth Sr High School offer ?
Leavenworth Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leavenworth Sr High School part of?
Leavenworth Sr High School is part of Leavenworth School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I think this school has too many cliques. The students are in the hallways making out. There should be an enforced dress code. Some of the teachers are really good. There should be a program to welcome new students.
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