Hugoton High

Hugoton High is a public high school located in Hugoton, Kansas, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 329 students. The school is part of the Hugoton Public Schools district, which is ranked 176 out of 264 districts in Kansas and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Hugoton High's performance has been inconsistent, with fluctuations in its statewide ranking and rating. The school's academic achievement, as measured by proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, is generally lower than the state and district averages. Compared to nearby schools, such as Rolla Jh/High School (6-12) and Moscow High, Hugoton High's academic performance is weaker, with lower proficiency rates in most subject areas. The school's four-year graduation rate has been relatively stable, ranging from 88.1% to 96.3% in recent years, and its dropout rate has also been relatively low.

One interesting finding is that Hugoton High's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups, with some groups, such as Hispanic and Special Education students, performing better than others, like English Language Learners and Low Socioeconomic Status students. This indicates the need for targeted interventions and support to address these disparities. Additionally, the school's lower per-student spending and higher student-teacher ratio compared to the nearby schools may be contributing factors to its relatively weaker academic performance, suggesting that examining the allocation and utilization of resources could provide insights into potential areas for improvement.