Maize High School is a public high school located in Maize, Kansas, United States. It is operated by Maize USD 266 school district, and serves students in grades 9–12. The current principal is Chris Botts. Maize High School is one of two high schools located within the city limits of Maize, Kansas.
Serving 1,388 students in grades 9-12, Maize Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maize Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maize Sr High School's student population of 1,388 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Mascot
Eagles And Mavericks
School Rankings
Maize Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maize Sr High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#787 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles And Mavericks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize Sr High School's ranking?
Maize Sr High School is ranked #787 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Maize Sr High School often compared to?
Maize Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maize South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maize Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Maize Sr High School is 93%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Maize Sr High School?
1,388 students attend Maize Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Maize Sr High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maize Sr High School?
Maize Sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize Sr High School offer ?
Maize Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maize Sr High School part of?
Maize Sr High School is part of Maize School District.
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