Serving 268 students in grades 9-12, Perry Lecompton 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry Lecompton High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Perry, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 155.4 square miles. Typically, it takes about 10-15 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 11.7 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Lecompton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Perry Lecompton High School's student population of 268 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Perry Lecompton 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 Perry Lecompton High School is 0.27, 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
#733 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2003–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Lecompton High School's ranking?
Perry Lecompton High School is ranked #733 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Perry Lecompton High School often compared to?
Perry Lecompton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence High School, Lawrence Free State High School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry Lecompton High School?
The graduation rate of Perry Lecompton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Perry Lecompton High School?
268 students attend Perry Lecompton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Perry Lecompton High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Lecompton High School?
Perry Lecompton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perry Lecompton High School offer ?
Perry Lecompton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry Lecompton High School part of?
Perry Lecompton High School is part of Perry School District.
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