Serving 1,039 students in grades 9-12, Salina High South 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 11% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salina High South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Salina High South's student population of 1,039 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salina High South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salina High South is 0.58, which is more 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
#1057 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
2%
6%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 South's ranking?
Salina High South is ranked #1057 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Salina High South often compared to?
Salina High Southis often viewed alongside schools like Salina High Central by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salina High South?
The graduation rate of Salina High South is 91%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Salina High South?
1,039 students attend Salina High South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Salina High South students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salina High South?
Salina High South has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salina High South offer ?
Salina High South offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Salina High South part of?
Salina High South is part of Salina School District.
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