Serving 133 students in grades 9-12, Wichita Alternative 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 ≤10% (which is lower 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 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Metro Blvd Alt High's attendance zone covers the entire Wichita, KS school district, encompassing approximately 152.3 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 7.2 miles, and the furthest edge located 11 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wichita Alternative High School's student population of 133 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2011–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wichita Alternative 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 Wichita Alternative High School is 0.72, 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
#685 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2011–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
30-34%
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
85%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Wichita Alternative High School's ranking?
Wichita Alternative High School is ranked #685 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wichita Alternative High School often compared to?
Wichita Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West High School, Northwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% 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 Wichita Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Wichita Alternative High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wichita Alternative High School?
133 students attend Wichita Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wichita Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wichita Alternative High School?
Wichita Alternative High School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wichita Alternative High School part of?
Wichita Alternative High School is part of Wichita School District.
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