Wichita East High School, known locally as "East", is a public secondary school in Wichita, Kansas, United States. It is operated by Wichita USD 259 school district. The centrally located school's 44-acre campus and the building's Collegiate Gothic styling make it an urban landmark.
Serving 2,435 students in grades 9-12, East 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 15% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East High serves the southeast part of Wichita, KS, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
East High School's student population of 2,435 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Year Founded
1878
School Calendar
School Rankings
East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1088 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
38%
23%
Black
21%
7%
White
23%
60%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Blue Aces
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #1088 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 86%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend East High School?
2,435 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of East High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Wichita School District.
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