School Overview
Heights High School, located at 5301 N. Hillside in Wichita, Kansas, is a prominent secondary school within the Wichita Public Schools district (USD 259). As a cornerstone of the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success. The campus serves a diverse student population, offering a wide array of educational programming that balances rigorous core curriculum requirements with elective opportunities designed to foster student interests and skill development.

Beyond academics, Heights High is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular culture, which includes a competitive athletic program, fine arts initiatives, and various student-led clubs. These activities are designed to encourage leadership, teamwork, and school spirit, helping students build a well-rounded educational experience. By leveraging the resources of the larger Wichita school district, Heights High focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their community and develop the critical thinking skills necessary for their future careers or higher education.
1,505
Total Students
87.7
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Heights High
Demographic Student Count
White457
Hispanic316
Black557
Asian41
Two or More115
American Indian14
Pacific Islander5
  • Black
    557 (37.0%)
  • White
    457 (30.4%)
  • Hispanic
    316 (21.0%)
  • Two or More
    115 (7.6%)
  • Asian
    41 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    14 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wichita
Phone: (316)973-1400
Website: http://www.usd259.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,505
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 87.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 986
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 141
Grades Taught
Grade 9 388
Grade 10 419
Grade 11 395
Grade 12 303

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Heights High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9388
Grade 10419
Grade 11395
Grade 12303
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Heights High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female73749%
Male76851%