Serving 251 students in grades 9-12, Galena 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority 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: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Galena High School's student population of 251 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galena 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 Galena High School is 0.33, 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
#1141 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galena High School's ranking?
Galena High School is ranked #1141 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Galena High School often compared to?
Galena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverton High School, Columbus Junior High And High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galena High School?
The graduation rate of Galena High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Galena High School?
251 students attend Galena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Galena High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galena High School?
Galena High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galena High School offer ?
Galena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Galena High School part of?
Galena High School is part of Galena School District.
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