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Palco Jr. High
Middle School · Palco
P.O. Box, Palco, KS 67657
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Palco Jr. High
Palco Jr. High is a public middle school in Palco, KS, part of the Palco. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.5:1.
Students demonstrate 22% proficiency in math and 38% 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 15 students, Palco Jr. 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 7.5:1, Palco Jr. 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 Jr. 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Address
- P.O. Box, Palco, KS 67657
- Website
- usd269.net
- Phone
- (785) 737-4645
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores KS EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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 declined from 30% (2019) to 10% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 10% (2022).
Location
P.O. Box, Palco, KS 67657
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palco Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elem (rated 8.9/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Hays). Another option is Woodrow Wilson Elem (rated 8.1/10, 28.3 miles away, in nearby Hays). Additionally, Logan High (rated 7.5/10, 28.7 miles away, in nearby Logan). For more schools in Palco, see our Palco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palco 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 Jr. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palco Jr. High
What grades does Palco Jr. High serve?
Palco Jr. High serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Palco Jr. High?
Palco Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palco Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Palco Jr. High is 7.5:1. 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 Jr. High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Palco Jr. High has 21.7% math proficiency and 38.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Palco Jr. High a charter school?
No, Palco Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palco Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Palco Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palco Jr. High?
40.0% of students at Palco Jr. 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.0%
- 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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