Serving 266 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 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- 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%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wichita Alternative High School's student population of 266 students has grown by 135% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 433% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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 0.73, which is more 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
#685 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
19%
7%
White
33%
61%
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
80%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 89%.
How many students attend Wichita Alternative High School?
266 students attend Wichita Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wichita Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 17:1, which is higher 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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