Serving 87 students in grades 7-12, South Barber 7-12 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The South Barber 7-12 attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 433.3 square miles around Kiowa, KS. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 13.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 29.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Barber 7-12's student population of 87 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
2 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
To provide a high-quality education that prepares students for success in college, career, and life, fostering a strong partnership with families and the community.
School Rankings
South Barber 7-12 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 South Barber 7-12 is 0.21, 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
#1138 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 South Barber 7-12's ranking?
South Barber 7-12 is ranked #1138 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Barber 7-12?
The graduation rate of South Barber 7-12 is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Barber 7-12?
87 students attend South Barber 7-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of South Barber 7-12 students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Barber 7-12?
South Barber 7-12 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Barber 7-12 offer ?
South Barber 7-12 offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Barber 7-12 part of?
South Barber 7-12 is part of South Barber School District.
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