For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,212 students in Labette County, KS.
The top ranked public high schools in Labette County, KS are Parsons Sr High School, Labette County High School and Oswego Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Labette County, KS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Labette County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public high schools.
Labette County, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Kansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Labette County High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Labette County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parsons Sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3030 Morton
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-3660
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-3660
Grades: 9-12
| 394 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Labette County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 S High School Street
Altamont, KS 67330
(620) 784-5321
Altamont, KS 67330
(620) 784-5321
Grades: 9-12
| 534 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Oswego Junior-senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Tomahawk Trail
Oswego, KS 67356
(620) 795-2125
Oswego, KS 67356
(620) 795-2125
Grades: 6-12
| 191 students
Rank: #44.
Chetopa High School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
430 Elm Street
Chetopa, KS 67336
(620) 236-7244
Chetopa, KS 67336
(620) 236-7244
Grades: 6-12
| 67 students
Rank: n/an/a
Labette County Virtual School
Magnet School
401 S. High School Street
Altamont, KS 67330
(620) 784-5326
Altamont, KS 67330
(620) 784-5326
Grades: 6-12
| 11 students
Rank: n/an/a
St. Hosp. Training Center Parsons
Magnet School
2601 Gabriel
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-6550
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-6550
Grades: 1-12
| 15 students
Labette County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 South 14th St
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-3530
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-3530
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
1020 South 31st
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-6800
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-6800
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Parsons Health Careers Academy (Closed 2011)
Charter School
3030 Morton
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-3660
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-3660
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Labette County, KS?
The top ranked public high schools in Labette County, KS include Parsons Sr High School, Labette County High School and Oswego Junior-senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Labette County?
6 public high schools are located in Labette County.
What is the racial composition of students in Labette County?
Labette County public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Labette County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Labette County include: Parsons Sr High School vs. Labette County High School, Labette County High School vs. Parsons Sr High School, Chetopa High School vs. Labette County High School
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.