Serving 79 students in grades 9-12, Little River High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Little River High School's student population of 79 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Little River High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little River High School is 0.26, which is less 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
#570 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little River High School's ranking?
Little River High School is ranked #570 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little River High School?
The graduation rate of Little River High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Little River High School?
79 students attend Little River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Little River High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little River High School?
Little River High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little River High School offer ?
Little River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Little River High School part of?
Little River High School is part of Little River School District.
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