Serving 12 students in grades 6-8, Palco Jr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 4:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palco Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palco Jr. High School's student population of 12 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Palco Jr. High 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 Palco Jr. High School is 0.00, 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
#637 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Palco School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palco Jr. High School's ranking?
Palco Jr. High School is ranked #637 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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).
How many students attend Palco Jr. High School?
12 students attend Palco Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Palco Jr. High School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palco Jr. High School?
Palco Jr. High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palco Jr. High School offer ?
Palco Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palco Jr. High School part of?
Palco Jr. High School is part of Palco School District.
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