Serving 56 students in grades 9-12, St. Paul High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Paul High School serves the northern part of its school district in Saint Paul, KS, covering an area of approximately 75.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
St. Paul High School's student population of 56 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
St. Paul High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Paul High School is 0.17, 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
#478 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 St. Paul High School's ranking?
St. Paul High School is ranked #478 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are St. Paul High School often compared to?
St. Paul High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chanute High School, Erie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Paul High School?
The graduation rate of St. Paul High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend St. Paul High School?
56 students attend St. Paul High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of St. Paul High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Paul High School?
St. Paul High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Paul High School offer ?
St. Paul High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Paul High School part of?
St. Paul High School is part of Chetopa-St. Paul School District.
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