Labette County High School

Labette County High School is a public high school located in the rural community of Altamont, Kansas. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 507 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.1:1 with 28 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 3.7 out of 10, placing it in the 14th percentile among Kansas schools based on its state ranking of #1116 out of 1298.

Academically, students perform at a rate where 22% are proficient or above in ELA/reading and 15% are proficient or above in math. While there is room for academic growth, Labette County High School focuses on providing a supportive environment that nurtures student development. The school's setting in rural Altamont offers students the opportunity to benefit from close-knit community connections while they pursue their education.

While current test scores at Labette County High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Labette County High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.