Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Wallace County High School 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% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallace County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wallace County High School's student population of 59 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Wallace County High School 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 Wallace County High School is 0.42, 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
#199 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallace County High School's ranking?
Wallace County High School is ranked #199 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wallace County High School often compared to?
Wallace County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weskan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wallace County High School?
The graduation rate of Wallace County High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wallace County High School?
59 students attend Wallace County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wallace County High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallace County High School?
Wallace County High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wallace County High School offer ?
Wallace County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wallace County High School part of?
Wallace County High School is part of Wallace County Schools School District.
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