Andover Central High School is a public secondary school in Andover, Kansas, United States, operated by Andover USD 385 school district, and serves students of grades 9 to 12. It is located southeast of Central and Andover Road. There are approximately 800 students in attendance at Andover Central High School.
Serving 886 students in grades 9-12, Andover Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andover Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Andover Central High School's student population of 886 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
School Rankings
Andover Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andover Central High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andover Central High School's ranking?
Andover Central High School is ranked #388 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Andover Central High School often compared to?
Andover Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Andover Central High School?
The graduation rate of Andover Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Andover Central High School?
886 students attend Andover Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Andover Central High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andover Central High School?
Andover Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Andover Central High School offer ?
Andover Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andover Central High School part of?
Andover Central High School is part of Andover School District.
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