Buhler High vs McPherson High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buhler High
Buhler · Public high · Grades 9–12
674 students
McPherson High
McPherson · Public high · Grades 9–12
658 students
| Measure | Buhler High Buhler, Kansas | McPherson High McPherson, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #107 of 296 | #149 of 296 |
| National rank | #11258 of 16,910 | #12091 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 674 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 674 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.1% | 40.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Buhler | McPherson |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buhler High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.7 vs 35.5).
- •Buhler High does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Buhler High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 40.3%).
- •McPherson High does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.3).
- •Buhler High is the larger school with 674 students compared with 658.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Buhler High better than McPherson High?
On the Success Index (US), Buhler High ranks higher (38.7 vs 35.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Buhler High and McPherson High?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Buhler and McPherson in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buhler High: 674. McPherson High: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buhler High and McPherson High rank in Kansas?
Buhler High is 107th of 296 and McPherson High is 149th of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).