Serving 36 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). 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 64% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wells Alternative Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Wichita, KS, covering approximately 152.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 14.2 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Wells Alternative Middle School's student population of 36 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wells Alternative Middle 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 Wells Alternative Middle School is 0.74, 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
#1112 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
10%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 23-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 Wells Alternative Middle School's ranking?
Wells Alternative Middle School is ranked #1112 out of 1,269 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
36 students attend Wells Alternative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Wells Alternative Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
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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