The bill amends the classification system for high schools under the Kansas State High School Activities Association by introducing a student attendance multiplier factor specifically for private schools. This factor will adjust a private school's reported student attendance to determine its classification for activities regulated by the association. The bill stipulates that a private school cannot be classified more than one class above its adjusted attendance and outlines specific conditions under which the multiplier factor will be applied, including exceptions for football classifications. Additionally, private schools that have won five or more state championships in the past five years will be subject to a championship multiplier factor, which further adjusts their classification based on their competitive success.

Furthermore, the bill introduces geographic and socio-economic population multiplier factors that will also influence a private school's classification. The geographic factor is based on the school's location relative to public schools of varying classifications, while the socio-economic factor considers the percentage of students receiving free or reduced meals. The cumulative effect of these multipliers will determine a private school's final classification, which cannot be appealed. The bill also repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 72-7114, thereby updating the legal framework governing high school classifications in Kansas. The new provisions will remain in effect until June 30, 2030.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 72-7114, 46-248, 46-252