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2 schools in Barber County North

Kansas · 477 students · 1 city

Of the public K-12 schools operating across Kansas, 2 sit inside Barber County North, collectively enrolling about 477 students (1 elementary and 1 high).

4-year change in Barber County North

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
477
+31 (+7%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

Inside Barber County North

Since 2017-18, the 2 district schools that reported both years went from 492 to 477 students (down 3%) and from 41 to 48 full-time teachers (up 17%), as of 2024-25.

Proficient is the average share of students meeting the state standard across each school's state tests in 2023-24 and 2024-25; schools with fewer than 100 students and schools serving specialized populations are left out. Staffing figures come from the NCES Common Core of Data and count only schools that reported students and teachers in both years.
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollment
Medicine Lodge Grade SchoolMedicine LodgeElementaryPK-06253
Medicine Lodge Jr/Sr High SchoolMedicine LodgeHigh07-12224

About Barber County North

Barber County North runs 2 public schools across Kansas, collectively hosting roughly 477 students.

In terms of grade levels, Barber County North comprises 1 elementary and 1 high school.

On a per-school basis, Barber County North runs about 239 students per school, 33% below the state mean of roughly 355.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Barber County North has rose 7% since SY 2020-21, moving from about 446 students to 477.

On allk12, the community for Barber County North discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools does Barber County North run?
Barber County North has 2 public schools with a combined enrollment of about 477 students in Kansas.
What is the mix of elementary, middle, and high schools in Barber County North?
Barber County North includes 1 elementary school and 1 high school.
What is the largest school in Barber County North?
Medicine Lodge Grade School is the largest public school in Barber County North by enrollment, with approximately 253 students.
What grade levels does Barber County North serve?
Barber County North serves students from pre-K through grade 12 across 2 schools.