Girard High School

Girard High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
415 N Summit St,  Girard, KS
Girard Unified School District
3.9
5.0
285 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1380
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
92%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
C+
College Prep
A-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1380
Math
700
Verbal
680
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
25.5%
State Average
33.2%
Science
34.2%
State Average
39.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
321:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%
White
84.5%
Hispanic
7.7%
Two or more races
5.1%
Black
1.7%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Pittsburg State University 69 Students
Kansas State University 35 Students
The University of Kansas 27 Students
Fort Scott Community College 19 Students
Emporia State University 15 Students
University of Arkansas 14 Students
Wichita State University 13 Students
Labette Community College 10 Students
Missouri State University 8 Students
Missouri Southern State University 8 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 13 Students
Business 9 Students
Biology 9 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 9 Students
Elementary Education 9 Students
Psychology 6 Students
Computer Science 6 Students
Early Childhood Education 5 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 5 Students
Accounting 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 33 Reviews
5.0 Senior
9/5/2024
Attending Girard schools my whole life has been such a blessing. I feel very prepared, compared to other students in this area, for my future. The school makes everyone feel welcome and loved no matter the background. All the teachers and staff have such a genuine relationship with their students that are professional, but also reassuring.
5.0 Senior
11/22/2019
I have always had a really great experience at Girard. The atmosphere is great and there is something for everyone to be involved with. Girard is a very inclusive environment with students.
4.0 Senior
1/2/2019
Girard High School is a well educated school. They offer many college courses for students. This school also provides many engaging clubs.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 student
3/15/2011
This school has great teachers, and amazing coaches. I felt I was ready, and even advanced in some areas for college.
5.0 parent
11/30/2007

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Girard High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Girard, KS, in the Girard neighborhood, and is served by the Girard Unified School District in Kansas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 285 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Girard High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1380 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $133,401. Discover additional schools in the area, like Girard Middle School, R.V. Haderlein Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Girard has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Girard High School.

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