For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,279 students in Hays, KS.
The top-ranked public high school in Hays, KS is Hays High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hays, KS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Hays have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public high schools.
Hays, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Kansas average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hays High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Hays, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hays High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2300 E 13th
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2600
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,017 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
201 E 7th St
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2400
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2400
Gr: K-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 262:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Hays, KS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Hays, KS include Hays High School.
How many public high schools are located in Hays?
2 public high schools are located in Hays.
What is the racial composition of students in Hays?
Hays public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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