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Palco High
High School · Palco
Box 29, Palco, KS 67657
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Palco High
Palco High is a public high school in Palco, KS, part of the Palco. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $60,341, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Palco High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, Palco High offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Palco High 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- Box 29, Palco, KS 67657
- Phone
- (785) 737-4645
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores KS EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022).
Location
Box 29, Palco, KS 67657
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palco High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Logan High (rated 7.5/10, 28.7 miles away, in nearby Logan). Another option is Trego Community High (rated 7.3/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Wakeeney). Additionally, THOMAS MORE PREP-MARIAN HIGH (rated 7.1/10, 28.2 miles away, in nearby Hays). For more schools in Palco, see our Palco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palco Jr. High Palco | 0.0 mi | — |
| Damar Elementary School Damar | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY [PLAINVILLE] Plainville | 14.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Plainville Elem Plainville | 14.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Plainville High Plainville | 14.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Hill City Elem Hill City | 17.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Ellis | 21.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Hill City Junior-Senior High Hill City | 17.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Elem Ellis | 21.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Ellis Jr/Sr High Ellis | 22.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Stockton High Stockton | 20.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Stockton Elem Stockton | 20.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Trego Community High Wakeeney | 22.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Trego Grade School Wakeeney | 22.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Logan Elem Logan | 28.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Logan High Logan | 28.7 mi | 7.5 |
| THOMAS MORE PREP-MARIAN HIGH Hays | 28.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Hays Middle School Hays | 28.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elem Hays | 28.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem Hays | 28.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67657 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,341
Median Home Value
$100,700
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
303
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
50.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Palco High has a median household income of $60,341. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $100,700, with a median rent of $625/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abilene Virtual School Abilene, KS | — |
| Beyond the Bell Kansas City, KS | — |
| Chaparral Virtual School Anthony, KS | — |
| Fowler High Fowler, KS | — |
| Glasco High Glasco, KS | — |
| Healy High Healy, KS | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palco High
What grades does Palco High serve?
Palco High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Palco High?
Palco High has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palco High?
The student-teacher ratio at Palco High is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Palco High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Palco High has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Palco High a charter school?
No, Palco High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palco High a Title I school?
No, Palco High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palco High?
30.0% of students at Palco High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rooks County
- Phone
- (785) 737-4645
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Palco- District Enrollment
- 85
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,598
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