5.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Wichita, Kansas

124 schools · 79 Elementary · 18 Middle · 14 High · 13 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 98

Private: 26

Districts: 6

Avg Rating: 5.9/10

Estimated Scores: 19%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.9/10
Median household income: $76,447
Median home value: $198,641
Bachelor's degree or higher: 34%
Avg commute: 19 min
Owner-occupied homes: 61%

How Wichita compares

Kansas rank

#86 of 140

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.4

below Kansas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$76k

106% of Kansas median

Schools in this city

119

About Schools in Wichita, Kansas

Wichita's public school system spans 97 ranked schools, giving families a wide field to evaluate. The city average sits at 5.8 out of 10, which reflects a broad performance spread — some schools significantly outpace that mark while others fall well below it. About 20% of schools, or 19 in total, score 7 or higher, so strong options exist but require deliberate searching rather than defaulting to the nearest campus.

At the top of the rankings, Hyde International Studies and Communications Elementary Magnet leads with a 9.1 out of 10, the highest score in the city. Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary follows at 8.6, and College Hill Elementary scores 8.0. Both top performers are magnet schools, meaning enrollment typically involves an application or lottery process rather than automatic assignment by address. Parents targeting the highest-rated elementary options should confirm eligibility requirements and deadlines early. Maize South Middle School earns a 7.7, the strongest middle school showing in the rankings, and sits within the Maize district — a suburban district on Wichita's west side that draws families specifically for its performance profile. Wineteer Elementary rounds out the top five at 7.6.

The presence of multiple high-scoring magnet schools shapes how parents should approach the search. A child's home address determines the default assigned school, but it does not limit access to magnet programs citywide. Families willing to navigate the application process can reach schools scoring well above the city average regardless of neighborhood. For those who prefer or need their zoned school, performance varies considerably by area, making it worth checking individual school scores before committing to a home purchase or rental.

Practically, parents researching Wichita should treat the 5.8 city average as a baseline, not a ceiling. With 19 schools clearing the 7-point threshold, quality public education is accessible — but it rewards proactive research. Comparing rated schools by grade level, district, and enrollment process will give the clearest picture of realistic options for each child.

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Elementary Schools

79 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Hyde Intl Studies/Commun Elem Magnet 258 students · Pre-K–5th	258	Pre-K–5th	9.1
2	Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary 233 students · Pre-K–5th	233	Pre-K–5th	8.6
3	College Hill Elem 385 students · Pre-K–5th	385	Pre-K–5th	8.0
4	Wineteer Elem 379 students · Pre-K–5th	379	Pre-K–5th	7.6
5	Gordon Parks Academy 452 students · Pre-K–8th	452	Pre-K–8th	7.5
6	Caldwell Elem 383 students · Pre-K–5th	383	Pre-K–5th	7.3
7	Peterson Elem 327 students · Pre-K–5th	327	Pre-K–5th	7.3
8	Bostic Traditional Magnet Elem 305 students · Kindergarten–5th	305	Kindergarten–5th	7.3
9	Oatville Elem 361 students · Pre-K–5th	361	Pre-K–5th	7.2
10	Allen Elem 450 students · Pre-K–5th	450	Pre-K–5th	7.2
11	Irving Elementary 318 students · Pre-K–5th	318	Pre-K–5th	7.1
12	Clark Elem 240 students · Pre-K–5th	240	Pre-K–5th	7.0
13	Minneha Core Knowledge Elem 621 students · Pre-K–5th	621	Pre-K–5th	7.0
14	Woodman Elem 561 students · Pre-K–5th	561	Pre-K–5th	7.0
15	Paul B Cooper Elem 285 students · Pre-K–5th	285	Pre-K–5th	6.6
16	Maize South Elementary 519 students · Kindergarten–4th	519	Kindergarten–4th	6.5
17	Pleasant Valley Elem 275 students · Pre-K–5th	275	Pre-K–5th	6.5
18	Stanley Elem 357 students · Pre-K–5th	357	Pre-K–5th	6.5
19	Gammon Elem 419 students · Pre-K–5th	419	Pre-K–5th	6.5
20	Wheatland Elementary 433 students · Kindergarten–5th	433	Kindergarten–5th	6.3
21	Price-Harris Communications Magnet 421 students · Pre-K–5th	421	Pre-K–5th	6.3
22	Jefferson Elem 383 students · Pre-K–5th	383	Pre-K–5th	6.3
23	Adams Elem 376 students · Pre-K–5th	376	Pre-K–5th	6.2
24	Washington Accelerated Learning Elem 442 students · Pre-K–5th	442	Pre-K–5th	6.2
25	Anderson Elem 458 students · Pre-K–5th	458	Pre-K–5th	6.2

Show 54 more elementary schools

26	Cleaveland Traditional Magnet Elementary 296 students · Pre-K–5th	296	Pre-K–5th	6.1
27	Earhart Environ Magnet Elem 434 students · Pre-K–5th	434	Pre-K–5th	6.1
28	Payne Elem 231 students · Pre-K–5th	231	Pre-K–5th	6.0
29	Horace Mann Dual Language Magnet 596 students · Kindergarten–8th	596	Kindergarten–8th	6.0
30	Robert M. Martin Elementary 500 students · Kindergarten–5th	500	Kindergarten–5th	5.9
31	Gardiner Elem 416 students · Pre-K–5th	416	Pre-K–5th	5.9
32	Harry Street Elem 318 students · Pre-K–5th	318	Pre-K–5th	5.9
33	Kensler Elem 510 students · Pre-K–5th	510	Pre-K–5th	5.9
34	Spaght Multimedia Magnet 436 students · Pre-K–5th	436	Pre-K–5th	5.9
35	Enterprise Elem 411 students · Pre-K–5th	411	Pre-K–5th	5.8
36	Kelly Liberal Arts Academy 351 students · Pre-K–5th	351	Pre-K–5th	5.8
37	Cloud Elem 492 students · Pre-K–5th	492	Pre-K–5th	5.7
38	Oaklawn Elem 250 students · Pre-K–5th	250	Pre-K–5th	5.6
39	McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem 263 students · Pre-K–5th	263	Pre-K–5th	5.6
40	Circle Greenwich Elementary 338 students · Pre-K–6th	338	Pre-K–6th	5.5
41	Cessna Elem 363 students · Pre-K–5th	363	Pre-K–5th	5.5
42	Griffith Elem 424 students · Pre-K–5th	424	Pre-K–5th	5.5
43	Black Traditional Magnet Elem 280 students · Pre-K–5th	280	Pre-K–5th	5.4
44	Christa McAuliffe Academy 847 students · Pre-K–8th	847	Pre-K–8th	5.4
45	Ortiz Elementary School 333 students · Pre-K–5th	333	Pre-K–5th	5.4
46	Dodge Literacy Magnet 531 students · Pre-K–5th	531	Pre-K–5th	5.3
47	Colvin Elem 574 students · Pre-K–5th	574	Pre-K–5th	5.2
48	Benton Elem 293 students · Pre-K–5th	293	Pre-K–5th	5.0
49	Lawrence Elem 342 students · Pre-K–5th	342	Pre-K–5th	5.0
50	McCollom Elem 311 students · Pre-K–5th	311	Pre-K–5th	5.0
51	Seltzer Elem 482 students · Pre-K–5th	482	Pre-K–5th	5.0
52	Jackson Elementary 290 students · Pre-K–5th	290	Pre-K–5th	4.9
53	L'Ouverture Computer Technology Magnet 234 students · Pre-K–5th	234	Pre-K–5th	4.8
54	Woodland Health / Wellness Magnet Elem 327 students · Pre-K–5th	327	Pre-K–5th	4.8
55	O K Elem 276 students · Pre-K–5th	276	Pre-K–5th	4.7
56	Franklin Elem 309 students · Pre-K–5th	309	Pre-K–5th	4.6
57	Beech Elem 471 students · Pre-K–5th	471	Pre-K–5th	4.6
58	Enders STEM and Leadership Magnet 426 students · Pre-K–5th	426	Pre-K–5th	4.4
59	Meadowlark Elementary 369 students · Kindergarten–5th	369	Kindergarten–5th	4.3
60	Ruth Clark Elementary K-5 320 students · Pre-K–5th	320	Pre-K–5th	4.3
61	Linwood Elementary 438 students · Pre-K–5th	438	Pre-K–5th	4.3
62	Mueller Aerospace/Engineering Discovery Magne 310 students · Pre-K–5th	310	Pre-K–5th	4.3
63	Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem 325 students · Pre-K–5th	325	Pre-K–5th	4.1
64	Park Elementary 337 students · Pre-K–5th	337	Pre-K–5th	4.0
65	White Elem 413 students · Pre-K–5th	413	Pre-K–5th	3.1
66	Bryant Opportunity Academy 29 students · Kindergarten–5th	29	Kindergarten–5th	—
Private Schools 13 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ANNOOR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Private 118 students · Pre-K–8th	118	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 159 students · Pre-K–8th	159	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	HONEYTREE AND BRANCHES ACADEMY Private 58 students · Pre-K–6th	58	Pre-K–6th	Not Rated
4	CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 99 students · Pre-K–8th	99	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
5	ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY Private 170 students · Kindergarten–8th	170	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
6	ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 427 students · Pre-K–8th	427	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
7	ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 307 students · Kindergarten–8th	307	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
8	ST ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Private 149 students · Kindergarten–8th	149	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
9	ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 469 students · Kindergarten–8th	469	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
10	ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 428 students · Pre-K–8th	428	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
11	ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 29 students · Kindergarten–2nd	29	Kindergarten–2nd	Not Rated
12	WICHITA FRIENDS SCHOOL Private 12 students · Pre-K–3rd	12	Pre-K–3rd	Not Rated
13	THREE ANGELS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Private 13 students · Kindergarten–8th	13	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

18 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Maize South Middle School 523 students · 7th–8th	523	7th–8th	7.7
2	Marshall Middle School 505 students · 6th–8th	505	6th–8th	7.1
3	Pleasant Valley Middle School 594 students · 6th–8th	594	6th–8th	6.8
4	Coleman Middle School 544 students · 6th–8th	544	6th–8th	6.5
5	Maize South Intermediate School 454 students · 5th–6th	454	5th–6th	6.4
6	Wells Alternative Middle School 40 students · 6th–8th	40	6th–8th	6.3
7	Stucky Middle School 545 students · 6th–8th	545	6th–8th	6.3
8	Brooks Magnet Middle School 529 students · 6th–8th	529	6th–8th	6.1
9	Robinson Middle School 693 students · 6th–8th	693	6th–8th	5.9
10	Truesdell Middle School 913 students · 6th–8th	913	6th–8th	5.8
11	Mead Middle School 500 students · 6th–8th	500	6th–8th	5.8
12	Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle 596 students · 6th–8th	596	6th–8th	5.7
13	Curtis Middle School 774 students · 6th–8th	774	6th–8th	5.4
14	Allison Traditional Magnet Middle 535 students · 6th–8th	535	6th–8th	5.3
15	Hadley Middle School 507 students · 6th–8th	507	6th–8th	5.3
16	Jardine Technology Middle Magnet 499 students · 6th–8th	499	6th–8th	5.1
17	Hamilton Middle School 551 students · 6th–8th	551	6th–8th	4.7
18	Wilbur Middle School 774 students · 6th–8th	774	6th–8th	4.4

High Schools

14 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Sowers Alternative High School 75 students · 9th–12th	75	9th–12th	7.6
2	Wichita Alternative High 266 students · 9th–12th	266	9th–12th	7.1
3	Chisholm Life Skills Center 90 students · 10th–12th	90	10th–12th	7.0
4	East High 2,338 students · 9th–12th	2,338	9th–12th	6.3
5	Campus High Haysville 1,833 students · 9th–12th	1,833	9th–12th	5.5
6	Northwest High 1,435 students · 9th–12th	1,435	9th–12th	4.8
7	South High 1,661 students · 9th–12th	1,661	9th–12th	4.5
8	North High 2,078 students · 9th–12th	2,078	9th–12th	4.3
9	Maize South High School 1,121 students · 9th–12th	1,121	9th–12th	4.1
10	Southeast High 1,973 students · 9th–12th	1,973	9th–12th	4.0
11	West High 1,390 students · 9th–12th	1,390	9th–12th	3.9
12	Heights High 1,454 students · 9th–12th	1,454	9th–12th	3.8
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	KAPAUN MT CARMEL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Private 906 students · 9th–12th	906	9th–12th	Not Rated
2	BISHOP CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Private 1,169 students · 9th–12th	1,169	9th–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

13 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Levy Sp Ed Center 77 students · Kindergarten–12th	77	Kindergarten–12th	5.8
2	Education Imagine Academy 538 students · Kindergarten–12th	538	Kindergarten–12th	5.2
Private Schools 11 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	CLASSICAL SCHOOL OF WICHITA Private 387 students · Kindergarten–12th	387	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
2	INDEPENDENT ELEMENTARY Private 407 students · Pre-K–12th	407	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
3	SUNRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 450 students · Pre-K–12th	450	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
4	WICHITA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Private 746 students · Pre-K–12th	746	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
5	WICHITA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 56 students · Kindergarten–10th	56	Kindergarten–10th	Not Rated
6	LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Private 401 students · Kindergarten–12th	401	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
7	CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 429 students · Kindergarten–12th	429	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
8	NORTHFIELD SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS Private 50 students · UG–UG	50	UG–UG	Not Rated
9	THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL, HIGH Private 393 students · Pre-K–12th	393	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
10	TRINITY ACADEMY Private 570 students · Kindergarten–12th	570	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
11	MORNING STAR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 8 students · 4th–12th	8	4th–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Wichita

Wichita, Kansas · 124 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 23 ZIP codes

Median Income

$76,447

Median Home Value

$198,641

Median Rent

$1,068/mo

Population

423,343

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

61%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Community Profile

Wichita has a median household income of $76,447. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $198,641, with a median rent of $1,068/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.5%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Kansas
Total Schools: 124
Elementary: 79
Middle: 18
High: 14
Districts: 6
Avg Rating: 5.9/10

Resources

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School Districts (6)

Andover

11 schools · 9,376 students

Derby

13 schools · 7,284 students

Haysville

9 schools · 5,528 students

Maize

12 schools · 8,160 students

Circle

6 schools · 2,087 students

Wichita

87 schools · 46,516 students

Nearby Cities

Haysville (7 schools)

9 mi

Derby (11 schools)

10 mi

Valley Center (7 schools)

Rose Hill (4 schools)

14 mi

Benton (2 schools)

14 mi

Clearwater (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in Kansas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Kansas City 63 schools Overland Park 59 schools Olathe 57 schools Topeka 53 schools Shawnee 24 schools

Featured Rankings

See our in-depth rankings with interactive maps, score breakdowns, and school spotlights.

Best Elementary Schools in Wichita Best Middle Schools in Wichita Best High Schools in Wichita

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Wichita, Kansas

How many schools are in Wichita, Kansas?

Wichita has 124 schools, including 98 public and 26 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Wichita, Kansas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wichita is 5.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Wichita, Kansas?

The top-ranked school in Wichita on MySchoolScout is Hyde Intl Studies/commun Elem Magnet with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Wichita, Kansas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Wichita on MySchoolScout is Hyde Intl Studies/commun Elem Magnet with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Wichita, Kansas?

The top-ranked middle school in Wichita on MySchoolScout is Maize South Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best high school in Wichita, Kansas?

The top-ranked high school in Wichita on MySchoolScout is Sowers Alternative High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

How many school districts serve Wichita, Kansas?

Wichita is served by 6 school districts: Andover, Derby, Haysville, Maize, Circle, Wichita.

What is the education level in Wichita, Kansas?

According to Census data, 34% of adults in Wichita have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Wichita, Kansas?

The median household income in Wichita is approximately $76,447 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Wichita, Kansas?

Yes, Wichita has 26 private schools alongside 98 public schools. The top-rated private school is Annoor Islamic School with a score of 8.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Wichita, Kansas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wichita is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wichita, Kansas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.