Serving 94 students in grades 9-12, Wichita 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 29%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wichita Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wichita Alternative High School's student population of 94 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 366% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
94 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wichita Alternative High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wichita Alternative High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
21%
Black
25%
6%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wichita Alternative High School's ranking?
Wichita Alternative High School is ranked #160 out of 1,280 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 29% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wichita Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Wichita Alternative High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wichita Alternative High School?
94 students attend Wichita Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Wichita Alternative High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wichita Alternative High School?
Wichita Alternative High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wichita Alternative High School offer ?
Wichita Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wichita Alternative High School part of?
Wichita Alternative High School is part of Wichita School District.
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