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Wichita Public Schools USD259

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    B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      C
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      C+
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A minus
    6. Administration
      B
    7. Sports
      A minus
    8. Food
      C+
    9. Resources & Facilities
      B
    usd259.org
    (316) 973-4000
    903 S EDGEMOOR
    WICHITA, KS 67218
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    Grades
    PK, K-12
    Total Schools
    89
    Students
    46,908

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    Wichita Public Schools has a vision to graduate students who are ready for the future, no matter what that future holds.

    Beginning with purposeful play in pre-k and kindergarten, our students explore learning in core subjects as well as exciting electives and special classes. Elementary and middle schools expand exposure to STEAM concepts, and clubs and organized sports become available in middle school. At our high schools, students are required to participate in Career and Technical Education courses, selecting from 27 pathways that connect student interests with fields in our region so they can discover the best way for them to be future ready - for college, career and life. #WPSFutureReady

    We are #WPSProud that our community values the diversity our students and staff bring to our hallways. We educate students from more than 90 countries of birth who speak more than 100 different languages in their homes. We also offer the only dual-language school in South Central Kansas.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    23%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    18%
    Average Graduation Rate
    75%
    Average SAT
    1170
    223 responses
    Average ACT
    23
    1,970 responses

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    Coleman Environmental Magnet Middle School

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    Is your learner interested in the environment, agriculture, bee keeping, native grasses, and other outdoor adventures? The newest of our Magnet schools, Coleman Environmental Magnet Middle School would be a great place to apply for the 2024-25 school year. We offer 24 other magnet schools from Kindergarten through 12th grade to find the best choice for your student's education.

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    46,908
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    73.5%
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    10:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $55,458
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    19.2%

    Finances

    Expenses Per Student
    $11,706 / student
    National
    $12,239
    Education Expenses
    • Instruction
      55%
    • Support Services
      41%
    • Other
      5%

    Living in the Area

    Wichita
    A minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $56,374
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $856
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $145,300
    National
    $244,900
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