Serving 181 students in grades 6-12, Spearville Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spearville Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Spearville Jr/sr High School's student population of 181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spearville Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spearville Jr/sr High School is 0.29, 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
#402 out of 1264 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
n/a
6%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spearville Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Spearville Jr/sr High School is ranked #402 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spearville Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Spearville Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Spearville Jr/sr High School?
181 students attend Spearville Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Spearville Jr/sr High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spearville Jr/sr High School?
Spearville Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spearville Jr/sr High School offer ?
Spearville Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Spearville Jr/sr High School part of?
Spearville Jr/sr High School is part of Spearville School District.
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