Best Schools in Wichita, Kansas
124 schools · 79 Elementary · 18 Middle · 14 High · 13 Other
Choosing a school in Wichita?
Use this page to compare every school in Wichita by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bostic Traditional Magnet Elem
Elementary · Wichita. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Annoor Islamic School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hyde Intl Studies/commun Elem Magnet
Elementary · Wichita. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wichita for 2026 are Bostic Traditional Magnet Elem (8.8/10), Annoor Islamic School (8.8/10), and Hyde Intl Studies/commun Elem Magnet (8.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
124
98 public · 26 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$198,641
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
124
98 public · 26 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$198,641
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 64% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Wichita schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Wichita
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 124). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bostic Traditional Magnet Elem | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Annoor Islamic School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Hyde Intl Studies/commun Elem Magnet | 8.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elem | 8.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Classical School of Wichita | 8.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Circle Greenwich Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 7 | St Jude Catholic School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Maize South Intermediate School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Independent Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Sunrise Christian Academy | 8.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $76,447
- Median home value
- $198,641
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
21% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wichita compares
Kansas rank
#120 of 140
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Kansas avg (6.4)
Median household income
$76k
106% of Kansas median
Schools in this city
119
Education Snapshot
Wichita, KansasWichita's school landscape spans 124 schools across 6 districts, serving roughly 59,952 students. Of the 119 schools with composite scores, the city averages 5.3/10 — 1.1 points below the Kansas state average of 6.4/10. Household income tracks below the state benchmark as well: the $67,591 median sits 11% under the Kansas state median of $75,592, and 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The level mix breaks down to 79 elementary schools, 18 middle schools, 14 high schools, and 13 other or combined programs across the 6 serving districts. The composite average trailing the state by 1.1 points is the clearest signal for incoming families: school-specific ratings carry more weight than the city headline here, and neighborhood selection is a sharper decision variable than it would be in a market closer to the 6.4 state average.
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.
Elementary Schools
79 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 305 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 258 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 263 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 4 | 338 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.4 |
| 5 | 433 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 6 | 500 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 |
| 7 | 233 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 8 | 847 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 |
| 9 | 421 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 10 | 327 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
Show all 79 elementary schools in Wichita
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
18 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 454 students · 5th–6th | 8.3 |
| 2 | 693 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 523 students · 7th–8th | 7.5 |
| 4 | 594 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
| 5 | 535 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 6 | 505 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 7 | 596 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 8 | 40 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
| 9 | 500 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
| 10 | 774 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
14 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 1,121 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
| 3 | 2,338 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
| 4 | 90 students · 10th–12th | 4.5 |
| 5 | 1,435 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 |
| 6 | 2,078 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 |
| 7 | 266 students · 9th–12th | 3.8 |
| 8 | 1,390 students · 9th–12th | 3.8 |
| 9 | 1,661 students · 9th–12th | 3.5 |
| 10 | 1,973 students · 9th–12th | 3.5 |
Show all 14 high schools in Wichita
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 538 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.8 | ||
| 2 | 77 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.7 | ||
| 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 | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | Independent Elementary
Private
407 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.3 | ||
| 3 | Sunrise Christian Academy
Private
450 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.3 | ||
| 4 | Wichita Collegiate School
Private
746 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.3 | ||
| 5 | 56 students · Kindergarten–10th | 7.1 | ||
| 6 | Life Preparatory Academy
Private
401 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 7 | Central Christian Academy
Private
429 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 8 | The Independent School, High
Private
393 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.4 | ||
Show all 13 other schools in Wichita
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 79
- Middle
- 18
- High
- 14
- Other
- 13
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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 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Wichita, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Wichita on MySchoolScout is Bostic Traditional Magnet Elem with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wichita, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wichita on MySchoolScout is Bostic Traditional Magnet Elem with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Wichita, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Wichita on MySchoolScout is Maize South Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
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 6.4/10.
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.