Serving 99 students in grades 3-12, Pawnee Heights ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pawnee Heights ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pawnee Heights's student population of 99 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
Pawnee Heights ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pawnee Heights is 0.26, 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
#253 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pawnee Heights's ranking?
Pawnee Heights is ranked #253 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Pawnee Heights often compared to?
Pawnee Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Larned Sr High School, Hodgeman County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pawnee Heights?
The graduation rate of Pawnee Heights is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Pawnee Heights?
99 students attend Pawnee Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Pawnee Heights students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pawnee Heights?
Pawnee Heights has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pawnee Heights offer ?
Pawnee Heights offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pawnee Heights part of?
Pawnee Heights is part of Pawnee Heights School District.
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