Serving 82 students in grades 7-12, Kansas High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kansas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kansas High School's student population of 82 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kansas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kansas High School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2028 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kansas High School's ranking?
Kansas High School is ranked #2028 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kansas High School?
The graduation rate of Kansas High School is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kansas High School?
82 students attend Kansas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kansas High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kansas High School?
Kansas High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kansas High School offer ?
Kansas High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kansas High School part of?
Kansas High School is part of Kansas CUSD 3 School District.
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