MCPHERSON HIGH SCHOOL

McPherson High is a public high school that is part of the McPherson school district, located in McPherson, KS with about 759 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 56 teachers, McPherson High has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

McPherson High School, located at 801 E First Street in McPherson, Kansas, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the local community. As a cornerstone of the McPherson Unified School District, the school is dedicated to fostering both academic excellence and personal growth. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to a well-rounded student experience, balancing rigorous classroom instruction with a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student organizations. By maintaining a focus on community values and student engagement, McPherson High strives to cultivate a supportive environment where students are encouraged to develop their talents and achieve their full potential within the McPherson area.

For more information, contact McPherson High at (620) 241-9500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

801 E First Street
McPherson, KS 67460-3613
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MCPHERSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in McPherson, KS with about 759 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
McPherson
Total Students:
759
Teachers:
56.55
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
Not a Title I school
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 759 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MCPHERSON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.

White
80.8%
Hispanic/Latino
12.5%
Two or more races
4.3%
Black or African American
1.3%
Asian
1.1%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

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.