Best Public Schools in Wichita, KS


Summary:

The city of Wichita, Kansas is home to 98 schools, including 66 elementary schools, 18 middle schools, 12 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and underperforming schools within the Wichita school district.

Several schools stand out as top performers, including Maize South High School, which is ranked 40th out of 318 Kansas high schools and has a 4-star rating. Robinson Middle School is also a standout, ranking 62nd out of 362 Kansas middle schools with a 4-star rating. At the elementary level, Earhart Environ Magnet Elementary, McLean Science/Technical Magnet Elementary, and Bostic Traditional Magnet Elementary all demonstrate exceptional performance.

In contrast, the Wichita school district as a whole is ranked 252nd out of 266 districts in Kansas and has a 0-star rating. The district struggles with low proficiency rates, with an average of 19.95% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 14.47% proficient or better in Mathematics, well below the state averages. The data suggests a need for more equitable resource allocation and targeted interventions to address these disparities within the district.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kansas State Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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