Serving 80 students in grades 9-12, Wakefield High School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wakefield High serves the southern part of its school district in Wakefield, KS, covering an approximate area of 267.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 24.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wakefield High School's student population of 80 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Expect Success
School Rankings
Wakefield 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 Wakefield High School is 0.36, 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
#553 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
79%
60%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakefield High School's ranking?
Wakefield High School is ranked #553 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wakefield High School often compared to?
Wakefield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Center Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakefield High School?
The graduation rate of Wakefield High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wakefield High School?
80 students attend Wakefield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wakefield High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wakefield High School?
Wakefield High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wakefield High School offer ?
Wakefield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakefield High School part of?
Wakefield High School is part of Clay County School District.
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