GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL

Garden City High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Garden City school district, located in Garden City, KS with about 2,072 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 122 teachers, Garden City High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Garden City High School, located at 2720 Buffalo Way Boulevard, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Garden City Public Schools district in Garden City, Kansas. As the flagship high school for the community, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to providing a wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics and performing arts to various student-led clubs and organizations.

The school’s official website, gckschools.com, serves as a central hub for students, parents, and the community to access vital information, including academic calendars, faculty directories, and district policies. Beyond its core classroom instruction, Garden City High School places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages civic engagement and personal growth. By blending traditional educational rigor with modern resources, the school strives to empower its students to become productive members of the local and global community.

For more information, contact Garden City High School at (620) 805-5400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2720 Buffalo Way BLVD
Garden City, KS 67846-4445
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GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Garden City, KS with about 2,072 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Garden City
Total Students:
2,072
Teachers:
122.6
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 2,072 students

Hispanic/Latino
67.7%
White
22.3%
Asian
4.9%
Black or African American
2.9%
Two or more races
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

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.