Salina

Salina USD operates 13 schools across Saline County, Kansas, serving 6,568 students in a town locale. The district experienced a 5.7% enrollment decline from the prior year, suggesting demographic or migration shifts affecting student population. With 460.8 teachers, the student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1 is relatively favorable compared to many districts.

Academic performance metrics indicate areas below state benchmarks. Mathematics proficiency stands at 28.6% compared to the Kansas state average of 31.5%, while reading proficiency reaches 30.7% against a state average of 33.4%. The graduation rate of 81.1% falls notably below Kansas's 91.3% state average, representing a significant gap in completion outcomes.

The district's student composition reflects socioeconomic challenges, with 61.6% of students identified as economically disadvantaged. This concentration exceeds typical district levels and may correlate with academic performance indicators.

Financially, Salina's per-pupil spending of $24,250 exceeds the state average of $23,030 by approximately $1,220, suggesting higher local investment despite demographic challenges. Revenue composition shows reliance on state funding (54.8%), local sources (31.5%), and federal resources (13.7%). The higher-than-average per-pupil spending combined with enrollment decline warrants attention to resource allocation efficiency and academic outcomes relative to investment levels.