Serving 213 students in grades 9-12, Riley County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riley County High School's student population of 213 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Riley County 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 Riley County High School is 0.12, 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
#472 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Riley County High School's ranking?
Riley County High School is ranked #472 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Riley County High School often compared to?
Riley County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan High School, Blue Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riley County High School?
The graduation rate of Riley County High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Riley County High School?
213 students attend Riley County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Riley County High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riley County High School?
Riley County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riley County High School offer ?
Riley County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riley County High School part of?
Riley County High School is part of Riley County School District.
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