Winnetonka High School is a high school in the North Kansas City School District. The school is located at 5815 NE 48 Street in Kansas City, Missouri. Winnetonka opened in 1971. Originally built to hold 2,000 students, it now has approximately 1,350.
Serving 1,254 students in grades 9-12, Winnetonka High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winnetonka High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Winnetonka High School's student population of 1,254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Red, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Griffins
School Rankings
Winnetonka High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winnetonka High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1533 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
20%
15%
White
47%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Griffins
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winnetonka High School's ranking?
Winnetonka High School is ranked #1533 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Winnetonka High School often compared to?
Winnetonka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Oak Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winnetonka High School?
The graduation rate of Winnetonka High School is 93%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Winnetonka High School?
1,254 students attend Winnetonka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Winnetonka High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winnetonka High School?
Winnetonka High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winnetonka High School offer ?
Winnetonka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winnetonka High School part of?
Winnetonka High School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Winnetonka High School located?
Winnetonka High School is located in the Winnetonka neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Winnetonka.
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