Serving 779 students in grades 9-12, Piper High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piper High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Piper High School's student population of 779 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piper High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piper High School is 0.64, 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
#621 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
17%
7%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piper High School's ranking?
Piper High School is ranked #621 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Piper High School often compared to?
Piper High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Piper High School?
The graduation rate of Piper High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Piper High School?
779 students attend Piper High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Piper High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piper High School?
Piper High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Piper High School offer ?
Piper High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Piper High School part of?
Piper High School is part of Piper-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Piper High School located?
Piper High School is located in the I 435 West KC KS neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in I 435 West KC KS.
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