Serving 161 students in grades 7-12, Ellis Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellis Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ellis Jr/sr High School's student population of 161 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
161 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ellis Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellis Jr/sr High School is 0.12, 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
#856 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
4%
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
94%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellis Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Ellis Jr/sr High School is ranked #856 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Ellis Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Ellis Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hays High School, Quinter Jr-sr High School, Victoria Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ellis Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Ellis Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ellis Jr/sr High School?
161 students attend Ellis Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ellis Jr/sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellis Jr/sr High School?
Ellis Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellis Jr/sr High School offer ?
Ellis Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Ellis Jr/sr High School part of?
Ellis Jr/sr High School is part of Ellis School District.
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