What grades does Great Bend High School serve?

Great Bend High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Great Bend area.

Where is Great Bend High School located?

Great Bend High School is a town school in Great Bend, KS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Bend High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Bend High School is 14.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Great Bend, KS?

Schools in Great Bend include Great Bend High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Great Bend area.

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Great Bend High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Mon

D-NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Recess (Nov. 23-27)BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

D-NO SCHOOL - Winter RecessBreakDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

D-NO SCHOOL - Winter RecessBreakDistrict-wide

Mar

Mon

D-NO SCHOOL - Spring BreakBreakDistrict-wide

School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.

May

Mon

D-Teacher Appreciation, 428 Hero WeekEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

954

Student:Teacher

14.7:1

Locale

Town

District

Great Bend

Econ. Disadvantaged

64.5%

Phone

(620)793-1521

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-24%

Math Proficiency

15-19%

Graduation Rate

93%

Chronic Absenteeism

32.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

3 courses offered

90 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

12 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

167 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

93 test takers

Athletics

651 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1

Near average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

900

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

97% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$16,662

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,263

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,497

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 12%State 58%Local 29%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$119,126

+6.0% 1yr+48.2% 5yr

Great Bend, KS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

25.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.1%

Unemployment rate

11.1%

Uninsured residents

10.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

575

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

507

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

53%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

217 (43%)

Speech/Language Impairment

89 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

45 (9%)

Autism

34 (7%)

Intellectual Disability

27 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

6 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

923

Current enrollment

Stable(+5% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

D-NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Recess (Nov. 23-27)

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Mon, Dec 21, 2026

D-NO SCHOOL - Winter Recess

Break

Mon, Dec 28, 2026

D-NO SCHOOL - Winter Recess

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Great Bend. Great Bend High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	E-Dental ClinicDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	D-Power the Pantry Food DriveDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	D-NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Recess (Nov. 23-27)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	D-NO SCHOOL - Winter RecessDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	D-NO SCHOOL - Winter RecessDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	D-NO SCHOOL - Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	D-Teacher Appreciation, 428 Hero WeekDistrict-wide	Event	—