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Wyandotte High

High School · Kansas City

2501 Minneosta Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102

Enrollment

1,841

Student-Teacher

20.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#1,195 of 1,294

In Kansas City

#47 of 54

public schools

In district

#38 of 42

Kansas City

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Wyandotte High

3.9/10

High School in Kansas City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wyandotte High

Wyandotte High is a public high school in Kansas City, KS, part of Kansas City. Wyandotte High serves approximately 1,841 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wyandotte High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,195 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Wyandotte High show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.4
  • KS avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Wyandotte High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Wyandotte High runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

66% of students at Wyandotte High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.3% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8.8% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency7% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-21.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness3.0Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation5.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,613
Chronic Absenteeism65.6%

Wyandotte High — Students at Wyandotte High score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 10.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 14.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 30 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2012
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2014
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2015
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2016
Math
2%
ELA
2%
2017
Math
2%
ELA
6%
2018
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2019
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
3%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
3%
2022
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2025
Math
5.3%
ELA
8.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Wyandotte High Compares

See how Wyandotte High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in KS
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
15
7 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
91 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
7 boys'·8 girls'·26 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2501 Minneosta Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wyandotte High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sumner Academy of Arts & Science (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISHOP WARD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mark Twain Elem Kansas City 0.1 mi 7.7
BISHOP WARD HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City 0.4 mi 6.8
Chelsea Elem Kansas City 0.7 mi 5.3
Frances Willard Elem Kansas City 0.7 mi 6.1
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kansas City 0.7 mi 6.4
McKinley Elementary School Kansas City 0.7 mi 6.7
School for Blind Elementary Kansas City 0.9 mi
School for Blind High Kansas City 0.9 mi
Carl B. Bruce Middle School Kansas City 1.2 mi 4.8
M E Pearson Elem Kansas City 1.1 mi 6.8
Douglass Elem Kansas City 1.3 mi 6.1
Bertram Caruthers Elem Kansas City 1.6 mi 5.8
Sumner Academy of Arts & Science Kansas City 1.5 mi 7.4
Whittier Elem Kansas City 1.8 mi 7.7
Central Middle Kansas City 1.8 mi 3.8
Quindaro Elem Kansas City 2.1 mi 5.5
West Park Elementary School Kansas City 1.9 mi 6.4
John Fiske Elem Kansas City 2.1 mi 5.2
Eugene Ware Elem Kansas City 1.8 mi 5.3
Bridges/Wyandot Academy Kansas City 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 66102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,218

Median Home Value

$105,000

Median Rent

$1,020/mo

Population

30,062

College Educated

11.9%

Homeownership

55.4%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

29.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wyandotte High

What grades does Wyandotte High serve?

Wyandotte High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wyandotte High?

Wyandotte High has an enrollment of approximately 1,841 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wyandotte High?

The student-teacher ratio at Wyandotte High is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wyandotte High rank in KS?

Wyandotte High ranks #1,195 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Wyandotte High's MySchoolScout rating?

Wyandotte High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wyandotte High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wyandotte High has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wyandotte High a charter school?

No, Wyandotte High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wyandotte High a Title I school?

No, Wyandotte High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wyandotte High?

79.5% of students at Wyandotte High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,841
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
91
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wyandotte County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.6%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Kansas City
District Enrollment
21,132
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,613
District Rank
#38 of 42

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