Manhattan-Ogden School District Reports Modest Academic Gains

Graduation rate up slightly, but still below state average

Apr. 2, 2026 at 5:36pm

Officials from the Manhattan-Ogden School District in Kansas reported modest academic gains in their latest accountability report, including a slight increase in the district's graduation rate from 82.8% in 2024 to 83.3% in 2025. However, the state graduation rate remains higher at 90.5%.

Why it matters

School district performance and accountability are key issues for local communities, as they impact student outcomes, funding, and the overall reputation and competitiveness of public schools. While the modest gains are a positive sign, the district still has work to do to improve its graduation rate and address other ongoing academic challenges.

The details

According to Andrea Tiede, the district's director of teaching and learning, the data comparing 2024 and 2025 showed the graduation rate increase from 82.8% to 83.3%. Tiede shared this information with the school board during a recent meeting.

  • The accountability report data compared the 2024 and 2025 school years.
  • The school board meeting where the data was presented took place on Wednesday.

The players

Andrea Tiede

The director of teaching and learning for the Manhattan-Ogden School District.

USD 383

The Manhattan-Ogden School District in Kansas.

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What’s next

The school district will likely continue to analyze the data and work on strategies to further improve academic performance and graduation rates to meet or exceed the state average.

The takeaway

While the Manhattan-Ogden School District has seen modest gains in its graduation rate, it still has room for improvement to better serve its students and community. Ongoing accountability and transparency around academic progress will be crucial for the district to address its challenges and continue moving in a positive direction.