Wamego High School

Wamego High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
801 Lincoln Ave,  Wamego, KS
Wamego Unified School District
3.9
514 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
22%
Average GPA
3.74
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.74
Reading Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
41
Full Time Teachers
41
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.5%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
24
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
51.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
39.7%
State Average
33.2%
Science
35.7%
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
235:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.6%
Female
45.4%
White
87.2%
Hispanic
5.9%
Two or more races
5.7%
Black
1%
Native American
<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.
Kansas State University 184 Students
The University of Kansas 80 Students
Emporia State University 66 Students
Washburn University 62 Students
Fort Hays State University 59 Students
Wichita State University 50 Students
Highland Community College - Kansas 25 Students
University of Oklahoma 24 Students
Colorado State University 20 Students
Pittsburg State University 18 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 31 Students
Psychology 26 Students
Nursing 19 Students
Elementary Education 15 Students
Biology 13 Students
Cosmetology 12 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 11 Students
Criminology 11 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 9 Students
Radiologic Technician 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 83 Reviews
5.0 Junior
8/14/2025
Being at Wamego High school has given me so many opportunities. Many times than not im given the chance to step out of my comfort zone and find new things, thats how i found my for tennis. Along with that the teacher here are very nice and help student learn and make learning fun while also engaging.
4.0 Senior
6/21/2025
My experience in wamego high school has made me more connected and involved with my peers and community as the school and town is built around being connected. In my past experiences with other schools the community the school builds is a great, welcoming environment.
5.0 Senior
3/4/2025
Small rual school in farm country. It has great academics, sports and clubs. Our music department is funded by the boosters as the district doesn't have the funding to support it.

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Wamego High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Wamego, KS, in the Wamego neighborhood, and is served by the Wamego Unified School District in Kansas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 514 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Wamego High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.74, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 24. The average home value in this area is $267,230. Discover additional schools in the area, like Wamego High School Virtual School, Wamego Middle School, Central Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Wamego has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Wamego High School.

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