For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 259 students in Chautauqua County, KS.
The top ranked public high schools in Chautauqua County, KS are Cedar Vale High School and Sedan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chautauqua County, KS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Chautauqua County have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public high schools.
Chautauqua County, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Kansas average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sedan High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Chautauqua County (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Vale High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
508 Dora
Cedar Vale, KS 67024
(620) 758-2791
Cedar Vale, KS 67024
(620) 758-2791
Gr: 6-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Sedan High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
416 E Elm
Sedan, KS 67361
(620) 725-3186
Sedan, KS 67361
(620) 725-3186
Gr: 6-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Chautauqua County, KS?
The top ranked public high schools in Chautauqua County, KS include Cedar Vale High School and Sedan High School.
How many public high schools are located in Chautauqua County?
2 public high schools are located in Chautauqua County.
What is the racial composition of students in Chautauqua County?
Chautauqua County public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Chautauqua County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Chautauqua County include: Sedan High School vs. Cedar Vale High School
Recent Articles
Texas Schools Enrollment Trends & Policy in 2025
Latest data and policy changes on Texas public school enrollment growth, funding, and virtual education in 2025.
Financial Aid & Hidden Costs in Public Schools
Learn about financial aid and hidden costs in public schools. Discover what parents should budget for beyond tuition-free education.
NYC Schools Still Most Segregated in 2025
Despite reforms, New York City schools remain the most segregated in the U.S. in 2025. Here鈥檚 what parents and educators need to know.