Serving 224 students in grades 7-12, Medicine Lodge 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Medicine Lodge Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Medicine Lodge, KS, covering an area of approximately 724.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located 26.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School's student population of 224 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Medicine Lodge 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 Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School is 0.17, 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
#909 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School is ranked #909 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School?
224 students attend Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School?
Medicine Lodge 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 Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School offer ?
Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School part of?
Medicine Lodge Jr/sr High School is part of Barber County North School District.
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