Southeast of Saline Secondary School is a K-12 school, located approximately 4 miles west of Gypsum, Kansas, United States, on the south side of Highway K-4. It is operated by Southeast of Saline USD 306. The school's enrollment is approximately 700 students from the communities of Gypsum, Assaria, Kipp, and Mentor.
Serving 323 students in grades 7-12, Southeast Saline 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeast Saline High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Gypsum, KS, encompassing approximately 232.6 square miles. The area is typically a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 11.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Saline High School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast Saline 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 Southeast Saline High School is 0.24, 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
#721 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Saline High School's ranking?
Southeast Saline High School is ranked #721 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southeast Saline High School?
The graduation rate of Southeast Saline High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Southeast Saline High School?
323 students attend Southeast Saline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Southeast Saline High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Saline High School?
Southeast Saline High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southeast Saline High School offer ?
Southeast Saline High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Saline High School part of?
Southeast Saline High School is part of Southeast Of Saline School District.
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