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 1,288 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 19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leavenworth Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leavenworth Sr High School's student population of 1,288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1865
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Leavenworth Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
22%
Black
15%
7%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pioneer Pete
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leavenworth Sr High School's ranking?
Leavenworth Sr High School is ranked #839 out of 1,280 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Leavenworth Sr High School?
1,288 students attend Leavenworth Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Leavenworth Sr High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leavenworth Sr High School?
Leavenworth Sr High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 3/4/2021
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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