St Francis High

St Francis High is a public high school in Saint Francis, Kansas, serving grades 6-12 with a total enrollment of 165 students. The school is part of the St Francis Community School District, which is ranked 138 out of 264 districts in Kansas and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

St Francis High has seen significant fluctuations in its statewide ranking, ranging from as high as 68th out of 320 Kansas high schools in 2020-2021 (4-star rating) to as low as 278th out of 318 in 2023-2024 (1-star rating). This volatility suggests the school has struggled to maintain consistent academic performance. While the school has had relatively high four-year graduation rates, it has also experienced high dropout rates and chronic absenteeism, which are often linked to lower academic achievement. The school's test scores in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science have been mixed compared to the state and district averages.

Interestingly, the nearest comparable school, Cheylin Junior/Senior High, located approximately 14 miles away, has consistently outperformed St Francis High in terms of statewide ranking, graduation rates, and test scores. This suggests that the surrounding schools in the region may be providing a higher quality of education. Addressing the underlying factors, such as improving attendance and providing additional support for economically disadvantaged students, could be crucial in helping St Francis High improve its overall outcomes and provide a more stable and high-quality learning environment for its students.