High Schools in South Brown County

The data set provided information about a single high school, Horton High, located in South Brown County, Kansas. Horton High has a low statewide ranking, placing between 157 and 298 out of 318-332 Kansas high schools over the past few years, and a SchoolDigger rating of 1 out of 5 stars, indicating below-average performance.

While Horton High has relatively high graduation rates and low dropout rates, the school faces significant challenges. Proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics are significantly lower than the state averages, both for 10th grade and across all grades. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5% in the 2024-2025 school year. These factors suggest that Horton High may need to implement targeted interventions and strategies to improve student learning and achievement.

The data also reveals that Horton High serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic factor may be a contributing factor to the school's lower academic performance. Overall, the analysis of Horton High indicates that the school is struggling to perform at the same level as other high schools in the state, and addressing the identified challenges will be crucial for improving the school's overall performance and outcomes.