Serving 47 students in grades 1-12, Central 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% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Central School's student population of 47 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Central 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 Central School is 0.39, 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
#1017 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Central School's ranking?
Central School is ranked #1017 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Central School often compared to?
Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atchison High School, Atchison County Community Jr/sr High School, Atchison County Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central School?
The graduation rate of Central School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Central School?
47 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Central School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central School part of?
Central School is part of Atchison School District.
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