F. L. Schlagle High School is a fully accredited, public high school located in Kansas City, Kansas, United States. It serves students in grades 9 to 12 and is operated by the Kansas City USD 500 school district. The principal is Lazell Williams.
Serving 800 students in grades 9-12, F L Schlagle High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
F L Schlagle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
F L Schlagle High School's student population of 800 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
F L Schlagle 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 F L Schlagle High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1263 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
58%
22%
Black
26%
7%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stallions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F L Schlagle High School's ranking?
F L Schlagle High School is ranked #1263 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are F L Schlagle High School often compared to?
F L Schlagle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington High School, J C Harmon High School, Bonner Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of F L Schlagle High School?
The graduation rate of F L Schlagle High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend F L Schlagle High School?
800 students attend F L Schlagle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of F L Schlagle High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F L Schlagle High School?
F L Schlagle High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does F L Schlagle High School offer ?
F L Schlagle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is F L Schlagle High School part of?
F L Schlagle High School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is F L Schlagle High School located?
F L Schlagle High School is located in the Bethel Welborn neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Bethel Welborn.
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