Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Sowers Alternative High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sowers Alternative High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Wichita, KS, spanning approximately 152.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 7.5 miles, and the furthest edge reaching up to 13 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sowers Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sowers Alternative High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sowers Alternative High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sowers Alternative High School is 0.73, 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
#175 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sowers Alternative High School's ranking?
Sowers Alternative High School is ranked #175 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sowers Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Sowers Alternative High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Sowers Alternative High School?
60 students attend Sowers Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sowers Alternative High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sowers Alternative High School?
Sowers Alternative High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sowers Alternative High School offer ?
Sowers Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sowers Alternative High School part of?
Sowers Alternative High School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Sowers Alternative High School located?
Sowers Alternative High School is located in the K 15 neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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