Macksville

The Macksville school district in Kansas consists of two schools - Macksville Elementary serving grades PK-6 and Macksville High serving grades 7-12. While the elementary school has a relatively small enrollment of 103 students, the high school is even smaller with only 81 students. Both schools face challenges, with the elementary school's statewide ranking dropping from 237 to 444 over the past year and the high school consistently underperforming the state average in academic assessments.

Chronic absenteeism is a significant concern for both schools, with both reporting a rate of 19.5% in 2024-2025, well above the state average. This high rate of chronic absenteeism may be contributing to the academic struggles observed, particularly at the high school level. Additionally, both schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with over 66% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, which could also be impacting educational outcomes.

Despite these challenges, Macksville High does have a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 89.5% and a low dropout rate of 1.3% in 2023-2024. However, the stark differences in academic performance between the elementary and high school levels within the district suggest that more targeted interventions and support may be necessary to address the unique needs of each school and improve overall educational outcomes for the Macksville community.