Pittsburg High
1,017 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Pittsburg High School (PHS), located at 1978 East 4th Street in Pittsburg, Kansas, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the Pittsburg Community Unified School District 250. Known as the home of the "Purple Dragons," the school is a central pillar of the local community, emphasizing a balance between rigorous academic preparation and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is designed to support a comprehensive high school experience, providing students with access to modern facilities, vocational training programs, and college-preparatory coursework aimed at preparing them for success after graduation.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Pittsburg High School maintains a strong focus on school spirit and student engagement. The school hosts numerous athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led organizations that foster a sense of belonging and school pride. By maintaining strong ties with the surrounding Pittsburg community and leveraging its status as a key educational hub in Crawford County, PHS strives to cultivate a supportive environment that encourages both personal growth and civic responsibility among its diverse student body.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Pittsburg High School maintains a strong focus on school spirit and student engagement. The school hosts numerous athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led organizations that foster a sense of belonging and school pride. By maintaining strong ties with the surrounding Pittsburg community and leveraging its status as a key educational hub in Crawford County, PHS strives to cultivate a supportive environment that encourages both personal growth and civic responsibility among its diverse student body.
1,017
Total Students
57.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 649 |
| Hispanic | 197 |
| Black | 33 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 96 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 31 |
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White649 (63.8 %)
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Hispanic197 (19.4 %)
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Two or More96 (9.4 %)
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Black33 (3.2 %)
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Pacific Islander31 (3.0 %)
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Asian10 (1.0 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Pittsburg |
| Phone: | (620)235-3200 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,017 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 57.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 578 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 92 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
275
Grade 10
287
Grade 11
237
Grade 12
204
Ungraded
14
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 275 |
| Grade 10 | 287 |
| Grade 11 | 237 |
| Grade 12 | 204 |
| Ungraded | 14 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 452 | 44.4% |
| Male | 565 | 55.6% |
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