Parsons Senior High School

Parsons Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3030 Morton Ave,  Parsons, KS
Parsons Unified School District
3.7
3.2
416 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.3%
College Prep
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
50%
State Average
33.2%
Science
44%
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
202:1

Student Diversity

Male
58.4%
Female
41.6%
White
57.9%
Two or more races
16.5%
Hispanic
12.9%
Black
9.4%
Native American
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

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 63 Students
Labette Community College 60 Students
The University of Kansas 48 Students
Kansas State University 35 Students
Wichita State University 33 Students
Emporia State University 22 Students
Washburn University 19 Students
University of Oklahoma 14 Students
Missouri Southern State University 12 Students
Independence Community College 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 16 Students
Biology 14 Students
Nursing 12 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 9 Students
Elementary Education 8 Students
Psychology 7 Students
Engineering 6 Students
Music Teacher Education 6 Students
Graphic Design 5 Students
Cosmetology 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 40 Reviews
4.0 Senior
7/11/2024
Parsons High School is a rural school. That being said, it is what is expected. The teachers are friendly and truly care for their students. You can witness true bonds. But in terms of resources, it is a small rural school. It does well, but could do better.
5.0 Junior
6/24/2023
Academics are terrible. I hav fun playing soccer and competing in technology competitions. My school has a great engineering and drafting program. My school has very low expectations though. People don't learn anything. Student behavior is terrible. Administration and teachers don't discipline.
4.0 Senior
1/8/2021
I really enjoyed my time at Parson's High School. The atmosphere is great and very inclusive. I love the theatre program. The administration is great. There is something for everyone at Parsons High School
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 4 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/29/2024
The school district is unequivocally failing its students by prioritizing funding over their future. It is evident that the officials are more concerned with securing additional funds than creating a supportive learning environment for the students. Instead of addressing students' individual strengt...
5.0 other
6/24/2014
If you are looking for a school that offers science, technology, engineering, art, math, athletics, and activities, this is it. After all, the 1995 National Principal of the Year, George Tignor helped put this school on the map. All staff are highly qualified and care about kids!
5.0 parent
9/23/2011
503 Parsons is an awesome district. The teachers truly care about their students. The student body is well behaved and polite. I see joy in the eyes of the children. The administration is caring and willing to take the time to listen to the concerns of parents. I attended many years ago, as did my c...
2.0 student
11/5/2010
I don't think this school is even close to great. They lack the proper classes to get a good start in a career. I managed to move away for half of a school year, and I've learned more in this half of a school year than i would have in all four school years at Parsons. I moved to Granite School Distr...

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Parsons Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Parsons, KS, in the Parsons neighborhood, and is served by the Parsons Unified School District in Kansas. The school has a total enrollment of 416 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. Parsons Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 92%, and the average ACT score is 23. The average home value in this area is $95,510. Discover additional schools in the area, like St. Hosp. Training Center Parsons, Parsons Middle School, Meadowview Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Parsons has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Parsons Senior High School.

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