Wyandotte High School is a fully accredited public high school located in Kansas City, Kansas, United States. It serves students in grades 9 to 12 and operated by the Kansas City USD 500 school district.
Serving 1,841 students in grades 9-12, Wyandotte 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 2% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wyandotte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wyandotte High School's student population of 1,841 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1886
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Wyandotte High 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 Wyandotte High School is 0.44, which is less 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
#1277 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
72%
22%
Black
20%
7%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wyandotte High School's ranking?
Wyandotte High School is ranked #1277 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wyandotte High School often compared to?
Wyandotte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington High School, J C Harmon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wyandotte High School?
The graduation rate of Wyandotte High School is 75%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wyandotte High School?
1,841 students attend Wyandotte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Wyandotte High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wyandotte High School?
Wyandotte High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wyandotte High School offer ?
Wyandotte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wyandotte High School part of?
Wyandotte High School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wyandotte High School located?
Wyandotte High School is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Kensington.
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