Serving 1,250 students in grades 9-12, Leavenworth 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 19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leavenworth Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leavenworth Sr High School's student population of 1,250 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth Sr High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#839 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
17%
7%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leavenworth Sr High School's ranking?
Leavenworth Sr High School is ranked #839 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Leavenworth Sr High School often compared to?
Leavenworth Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lansing High 9-12, Basehor-linwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leavenworth Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Leavenworth Sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Leavenworth Sr High School?
1,250 students attend Leavenworth Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Leavenworth Sr High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leavenworth Sr High School?
Leavenworth Sr High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leavenworth Sr High School offer ?
Leavenworth Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leavenworth Sr High School part of?
Leavenworth Sr High School is part of Leavenworth School District.
School Reviews
2 3/4/2021
I think this school has too many cliques. The students are in the hallways making out. There should be an enforced dress code. Some of the teachers are really good. There should be a program to welcome new students.
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