What grades does South High serve?

South High operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Wichita area.

Where is South High located?

South High is a urban school in Wichita, KS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South High?

The student-teacher ratio at South High is 14.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Wichita, KS?

Schools in Wichita include South High and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Wichita area.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,661

Student:Teacher

14.7:1

Locale

Urban

District

Wichita

Econ. Disadvantaged

87.8%

Phone

(316)973-5450

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

3th percentile in KS

Math Proficiency

5th percentile in KS

Graduation Rate

82%

Chronic Absenteeism

33.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

11 courses offered

86 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

7 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

127 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

334 test takers

Athletics

22 sports, 44 teams

300 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.6:1

Worse than average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,698

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

114

83% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

1.1

Social Workers

1.5

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,783

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,346

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,162

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 25%State 60%Local 16%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$215,788

+1.9% 1yr+39.1% 5yr

Wichita, KS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.4%

Unemployment rate

10.9%

Uninsured residents

10.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

8,479

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

7,613

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,723 (36%)

Speech/Language Impairment

945 (12%)

Autism

877 (12%)

Other Health Impairment

873 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

466 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

260 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,662

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about South High

As of the most recent data, 1,661 students are enrolled at South High. It is a High school within the local district.

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