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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Barber 7-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
South Barber 7-12's student population of 87 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Barber 7-12 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 South Barber 7-12 is 0.21, 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
#1123 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
1%
6%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1123 out of 1,264 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 28% KS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% 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 86%.
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 American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Barber 7-12?
South Barber 7-12 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher 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
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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