Serving 2,149 students in grades 9-12, North High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North High School's student population of 2,149 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1262 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
71%
21%
Black
8%
6%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #1262 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of North High School?
The graduation rate of North High School is 85%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend North High School?
2,149 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of North High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does North High School offer ?
North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North High School part of?
North High School is part of Wichita School District.
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