Serving 40 students in grades 6-8, Wells Alternative Middle 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Alternative Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wells Alternative Middle School's student population of 40 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Wells Alternative Middle 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 Wells Alternative Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1230 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
38%
7%
White
32%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Alternative Middle School's ranking?
Wells Alternative Middle School is ranked #1230 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wells Alternative Middle School?
40 students attend Wells Alternative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Wells Alternative Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wells Alternative Middle School?
Wells Alternative Middle School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wells Alternative Middle School offer ?
Wells Alternative Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Alternative Middle School part of?
Wells Alternative Middle School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Wells Alternative Middle School located?
Wells Alternative Middle School is located in the South City neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in South City.
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