Serving 280 students in grades 9-12, Osawatomie 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osawatomie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Osawatomie High School's student population of 280 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Trojan
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1893
School Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Osawatomie High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osawatomie High School is 0.31, 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
#1110 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Osawatomie High School's ranking?
Osawatomie High School is ranked #1110 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Osawatomie High School often compared to?
Osawatomie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paola High School, Louisburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osawatomie High School?
The graduation rate of Osawatomie High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Osawatomie High School?
280 students attend Osawatomie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Osawatomie High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osawatomie High School?
Osawatomie High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Osawatomie High School offer ?
Osawatomie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osawatomie High School part of?
Osawatomie High School is part of Osawatomie School District.
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