Serving 44 students in grades 9-12, Axtell High School ranks in the top 20% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Axtell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Axtell High School's student population of 44 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Axtell High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Axtell High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#154 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Axtell High School's ranking?
Axtell High School is ranked #154 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Axtell High School often compared to?
Axtell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wetmore High School, Frankfort High School, Sabetha High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Axtell High School?
The graduation rate of Axtell High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Axtell High School?
44 students attend Axtell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Axtell High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Axtell High School?
Axtell High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Axtell High School offer ?
Axtell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Axtell High School part of?
Axtell High School is part of Prairie Hills School District.
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