Serving 115 students in grades 9-12, Wabaunsee Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than 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 16% 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: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wabaunsee Sr High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Alma, KS, encompassing approximately 395.2 square miles. Within this area, families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 18.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wabaunsee Sr High School's student population of 115 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wabaunsee Sr 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 Wabaunsee Sr High School is 0.29, 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
#697 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Wabaunsee Sr High School's ranking?
Wabaunsee Sr High School is ranked #697 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wabaunsee Sr High School often compared to?
Wabaunsee Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washburn Rural High School, Mission Valley Junior And Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wabaunsee Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Wabaunsee Sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wabaunsee Sr High School?
115 students attend Wabaunsee Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Wabaunsee Sr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wabaunsee Sr High School?
Wabaunsee Sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wabaunsee Sr High School offer ?
Wabaunsee Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wabaunsee Sr High School part of?
Wabaunsee Sr High School is part of Wabaunsee School District.
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