The top reported proficiency rate is 39% in Math. The lowest is 17% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Rolla Jh/hs (6-12)
Rolla JH/HS serves about that many students for a combined junior high and high school, a small population for a rural school in southwestern Kansas. The student body is a mix of White and Hispanic students, with a substantial share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school serves grades six through twelve in a single building in the community of Rolla.
On state assessments, the school reported proficiency results for grade six in math and English language arts and for grade eight in science. In math, roughly two in five sixth graders scored at the proficient or above level. In English language arts, about one in four sixth graders reached that bar. In science, about one in six eighth graders met the proficiency standard, with a participation rate for that test that was notably low. State testing cut scores changed in recent years, so the state advises caution when comparing these results to earlier years. Across the subjects and grades that were tested, the school’s overall proficiency index sits in the bottom quartile relative to other districts in Morton County.
Because the school serves a limited number of students and grades, some data points are not available. There is no reported four-year graduation rate, no chronic absenteeism rate, no discipline data, and no information on course access or staffing. The school’s charter and magnet status fields are not populated. Parents looking for details on college readiness, dual enrollment, or career and technical education pathways will need to reach out to the school directly, as program offerings were not provided.
Rolla itself is a very small rural community with a population that has been declining over time. The town sits in an agricultural region of Morton County, roughly sixteen miles from the county seat of Richfield. The housing market reflects the area’s rural nature and population loss; typical home values are well below the state median and have declined recently compared to the previous year. The town’s civic anchor is its city hall; no information was found on parks, libraries, or public transit. No recent district-level changes or strategic priorities were publicly reported.
For a family considering this school, the picture is one of a very small rural setting with modest test performance compared to other districts in the same county. The student body is economically diverse, and the school’s size means each student is part of a very small cohort. The absence of data on graduation rates, advanced coursework, and student support programs leaves significant questions unanswered. A parent seeking a more complete academic profile would likely want to speak with the school directly about what classes are offered for juniors and seniors and what postsecondary planning supports exist. The community offers limited amenities and a contracting population, which may matter for families weighing long-term stability or employment opportunities in the area.
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