Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, Girard High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Girard High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Girard High School's student population of 284 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Girard High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Girard High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
85%
60%
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
37%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Girard High School's ranking?
Girard High School is ranked #497 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Girard High School often compared to?
Girard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frontenac Sr. High School, North East High School, Pittsburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Girard High School?
The graduation rate of Girard High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Girard High School?
284 students attend Girard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Girard High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Girard High School?
Girard High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Girard High School offer ?
Girard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Girard High School part of?
Girard High School is part of Girard School District.
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