For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,067 students in Salina, KS.
The top-ranked public high schools in Salina, KS are Salina High Central, Salina High South and Salina Virtual Innovation Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salina, KS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Kansas public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 26% statewide average). High schools in Salina have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public high schools.
Salina, KS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Kansas average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Salina High South, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Salina, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salina High Central
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
650 E Crawford
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3500
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 950 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Salina High South
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
730 E Magnolia Rd
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3700
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,064 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Salina Virtual Innovation Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
811 E Iron
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-4369
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-4369
Gr: 6-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Salina, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
409 West Cloud
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 826-4850
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 826-4850
Gr: K-6 | 338 students Minority enrollment: 40%
830 South 9th
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 826-4830
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 826-4830
Gr: K-6 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Salina, KS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Salina, KS include Salina High Central, Salina High South and Salina Virtual Innovation Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Salina?
3 public high schools are located in Salina.
What is the racial composition of students in Salina?
Salina public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Salina are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Salina include: Salina High South vs. Salina High Central, Salina High Central vs. Salina High South
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