Derby High School vs Dodge City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 248 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derby High School
Derby · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,172 students
Dodge City High School
Dodge City · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,178 students
| Measure | Derby High School Derby, Kansas | Dodge City High School Dodge City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #223 of 296 | #285 of 296 |
| National rank | #13719 of 16,910 | #16096 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,172 | 2,178 |
| Enrollment | 2,172 | 2,178 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.3% | 78.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 13% |
| city | Derby | Dodge City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Derby High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.2 vs 14.7).
- •Derby High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 13%).
- •Derby High School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 11%).
- •Derby High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.3% vs 78.9%).
- •Dodge City High School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 17.7).
- •Dodge City High School is the larger school with 2,178 students compared with 2,172.
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 Derby High School better than Dodge City High School?
On the Success Index (US), Derby High School ranks higher (28.2 vs 14.7 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 Derby High School and Dodge City High School?
About 248 km in a straight line, between Derby and Dodge City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derby High School: 2,172. Dodge City High School: 2,178. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derby High School and Dodge City High School rank in Kansas?
Derby High School is 223rd of 296 and Dodge City High School is 285th of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).