Derby High School

Derby, Kansas

2,172 students

High School, Grades 9–12

#21

Best ACT in Kansas High Schools

2,172

Students

17.7:1

S:T Ratio

School Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance
Avg SAT Score

1,200

A-

out of 1600
Good
Avg ACT Score

24

B+

out of 36
Good
AP Courses

27

A+

courses offered
Excellent
AP Enrollment

14%

C

of students
Average
Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

B

students per teacher
Average
Graduation Rate

92%

A+

Excellent
Reading Proficiency

33%

C+

Below Avg
Math Proficiency

18%

C

Below Avg
Academic Grades

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After Derby High
Where graduates go and what they study
Popular Colleges
1

Wichita State University

2

Kansas State University

3

The University of Kansas

4

Butler Community College

5

Emporia State University

6

Newman University

7

University of Oklahoma

8

Fort Hays State University

Popular Majors
1

Business

2

Psychology

3

Nursing

4

Biology

5

Pre-Medicine Studies

6

Accounting

7

Elementary Education

8

Marketing

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School Mission

Derby Public Schools strives to create a safe and inclusive culture and a comprehensive educational experience that propels students toward their fullest potential so they can positively impact their community.

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