Serving 172 students in grades 7-12, Doniphan West Jr/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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doniphan West Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Doniphan West Jr/sr High School's student population of 172 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Doniphan West Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doniphan West Jr/sr High School is 0.19, which is less 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
#801 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doniphan West Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Doniphan West Jr/sr High School is ranked #801 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Doniphan West Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Doniphan West Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside High School, Troy High And Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doniphan West Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Doniphan West Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Doniphan West Jr/sr High School?
172 students attend Doniphan West Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Doniphan West Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doniphan West Jr/sr High School?
Doniphan West Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Doniphan West Jr/sr High School offer ?
Doniphan West Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doniphan West Jr/sr High School part of?
Doniphan West Jr/sr High School is part of Doniphan West Schools School District.
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