Ad Astra Alternative Academy serves 11 students in grades 7-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ad Astra Alternative Academy's student population of 11 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ad Astra Alternative Academy is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ad Astra Alternative Academy?
11 students attend Ad Astra Alternative Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ad Astra Alternative Academy students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ad Astra Alternative Academy?
Ad Astra Alternative Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ad Astra Alternative Academy offer ?
Ad Astra Alternative Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Ad Astra Alternative Academy part of?
Ad Astra Alternative Academy is part of Buhler School District.
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