Top Rankings
Chanute School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,709 students in Chanute School District. This district's average testing ranking is 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
Public Schools in Chanute School District have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 33% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (KS)
# Schools
3 Schools
1,340 Schools
# Students
1,709 Students
477,627 Students
# Teachers
104 Teachers
33,417 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
District Rank
Chanute School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 286 school districts in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 85-89% has decreased from 90-94% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#185 out of 286 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%

Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%

Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.34
0.57
# American Indian Students
2 Students
3,553 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
10 Students
13,530 Students
% Asian Students
1%
3%
# Hispanic Students
179 Students
104,522 Students
% Hispanic Students
10%
22%
# Black Students
19 Students
31,245 Students
% Black Students
1%
7%
# White Students
1,376 Students
293,371 Students
% White Students
81%
61%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
1,139 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
122 Students
30,267 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
6%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
73
21,787
# Students in K Grade:
99
31,674
# Students in 1st Grade:
113
32,919
# Students in 2nd Grade:
116
34,119
# Students in 3rd Grade:
102
33,302
# Students in 4th Grade:
124
34,287
# Students in 5th Grade:
121
34,416
# Students in 6th Grade:
133
35,078
# Students in 7th Grade:
131
35,096
# Students in 8th Grade:
129
36,357
# Students in 9th Grade:
143
37,517
# Students in 10th Grade:
145
37,330
# Students in 11th Grade:
132
36,547
# Students in 12th Grade:
148
34,737
# Ungraded Students:
-
2,461
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $15,832 in this school district is less than the state median of $16,276. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $17,622 is higher than the state median of $17,192. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$27 MM
$7,774 MM

Spending
$30 MM
$8,211 MM

Revenue / Student
$15,832
$16,276

Spending / Student
$17,622
$17,192

Best Chanute School District Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chanute Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Osa Martin Boulevard
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 432-2530
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 432-2530
Grades: PK-5
| 748 students
Rank: #22.
Royster Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Main
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 432-2520
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 432-2520
Grades: 6-8
| 393 students
Rank: #33.
Chanute High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1501 West 36th Street
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 432-2510
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 432-2510
Grades: 9-12
| 568 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Chanute School District?
Chanute School District manages 3 public schools serving 1,709 students.
What is the rank of Chanute School District?
Chanute School District is ranked #200 out of 286 school districts in Kansas (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Kansas school districts for: Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Chanute School District?
81% of Chanute School District students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Chanute School District?
Chanute School District has a student/teacher ratio of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 14:1.
What is Chanute School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $17,622 is higher than the state median of $17,192. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.

10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.

February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.