ABILENE HIGH SCHOOL

Abilene High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Abilene school district, located in Abilene, KS with about 493 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Abilene High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Abilene High School, located at 1300 N. Cedar in Abilene, Kansas, serves as a cornerstone of the Abilene Unified School District (USD 435). As a central educational institution for the community, the school is dedicated to preparing students for life beyond the classroom by fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with diverse extracurricular opportunities. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering various pathways for students to explore their interests, whether in college-preparatory coursework, career and technical education, or the fine arts.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school takes great pride in its strong sense of community and school spirit, often referred to as the "Cowboy" pride. The campus facilities provide a hub for student engagement, hosting a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations that encourage personal growth and leadership. By maintaining close ties with the surrounding Abilene community, the school aims to support the holistic development of its students, ensuring they graduate as well-rounded, responsible citizens equipped with the skills necessary for future success.

For more information, contact Abilene High School at (785) 263-1260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1300 N Cedar
Abilene, KS 67410
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ABILENE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Abilene, KS with about 493 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Abilene
Total Students:
493
Teachers:
34.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 493 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ABILENE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
86.6%
Hispanic/Latino
8.1%
Two or more races
3.2%
Black or African American
2.0%

Female
47.5%
Male
52.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.