Dexter High vs Goessel High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 131 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dexter High
Dexter · Public high · Grades 6–12
157 students
Goessel High
Goessel · Public high · Grades 6–12
154 students
| Measure | Dexter High Dexter, Kansas | Goessel High Goessel, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #75 of 296 | #33 of 296 |
| National rank | #9904 of 16,910 | #8079 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 157 | 154 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 154 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Dexter | Goessel |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Goessel High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 44.1).
- •Goessel High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24% vs 41.4%).
- •Goessel High does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 12.1).
- •Dexter High is the larger school with 157 students compared with 154.
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 Dexter High better than Goessel High?
On the Success Index (US), Goessel High ranks higher (51.2 vs 44.1 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 Dexter High and Goessel High?
About 131 km in a straight line, between Dexter and Goessel in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter High: 157. Goessel High: 154. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter High and Goessel High rank in Kansas?
Dexter High is 75th of 296 and Goessel High is 33rd of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).