Junction City Senior High School

Junction City Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1100 Blue Jay Way,  Junction City, KS
Geary County Schools
3.8
3.1
1,723 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
18%
Reading Proficiency
23%
Average GPA
3.4
Graduation Rate
83%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.4
Reading Proficiency
23%
Math Proficiency
18%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
133
Full Time Teachers
133
Teachers in First or Second Year
23.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
560
Verbal
590
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
22
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
24.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
56.8%
State Average
33.2%
Science
50.7%
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
366:1

Student Diversity

Male
53%
Female
47%
White
44.1%
Hispanic
20%
Black
19.6%
Two or more races
11%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.2%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#5 Most Diverse Public HS in Kansas
Source: Niche

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.
Kansas State University 353 Students
The University of Kansas 237 Students
Wichita State University 180 Students
Washburn University 155 Students
Emporia State University 154 Students
Fort Hays State University 94 Students
Cloud County Community College 75 Students
Barton Community College 69 Students
University of Missouri - Kansas City 67 Students
Kansas Wesleyan University 60 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 79 Students
Nursing 72 Students
Business 65 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 54 Students
Biology 46 Students
Music Teacher Education 37 Students
Elementary Education 32 Students
Accounting 31 Students
Music Performance 29 Students
Education 28 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 292 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/19/2025
A great school that only looks forward to getting you ready for whatever life goals you have after highschool.
3.0 Senior
12/10/2024
I'm a highschool senior at Junction City Highschool. During my time, the best parts were the sports games and activities. The worst parts are the lack of control over student problems like fights, secure lockdowns, etc) and lack of diversity.
4.0 Senior
4/26/2024
The more focused pathways and academy's were very helpful for a better college ready experience. I think upper classmen would however benefit from more duel credit course.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.1 23 Reviews
4.0 parent
10/2/2025
Junction City High School was a great experience for my child. They were allowed to try different classes in various career fields before graduating. This allowed them to decide what they wanted to do before wasting thousands of dollars changing majors in college. The teachers were available when I...
2.0 parent
10/1/2025
Some of the teachers are the best. Administrators care more about federal money from being partners with Fort Riley. Added security was a bonus, however students are still bringing in contraband items that could be deemed dangerous. The rules implemented without parent feedback about cellular device...
5.0 parent
7/16/2025
JCHS offers a modern take on college and trade preparedness by being designed as a career academy campus wall to wall, where students can engage in elective courses that align with their future career interests—many courses that provide certifications and trade skills beyond a standard classroom to...
1.0 parent
10/2/2024
The rudest and meanest staff I’ve ever seen. They treat kids and staff here so poorly. Worst.

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Junction City Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Junction City, KS, in the Junction City neighborhood, and is served by the Geary County Schools in Kansas. The school has a total enrollment of 1,723 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 18% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 23% are proficient in reading. Junction City Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.4, the graduation rate is 83%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $195,998. Discover additional schools in the area, like Larry Dixon Center for Innovative Studies, St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, Apostolic Academy, and more. Learn more about what Junction City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Junction City Senior High School.

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