Serving 1,008 students in grades 9-12, Salina High Central 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 28% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salina High Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Salina High Central's student population of 1,008 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salina High Central 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 Salina High Central is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#850 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
5%
6%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salina High Central's ranking?
Salina High Central is ranked #850 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Salina High Central often compared to?
Salina High Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Salina High South 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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salina High Central?
The graduation rate of Salina High Central is 85%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Salina High Central?
1,008 students attend Salina High Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Salina High Central students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salina High Central?
Salina High Central has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salina High Central offer ?
Salina High Central offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Salina High Central part of?
Salina High Central is part of Salina School District.
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