Heights High
1,505 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 457 |
| Hispanic | 316 |
| Black | 557 |
| Asian | 41 |
| Two or More | 115 |
| American Indian | 14 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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Black557 (37.0%)
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White457 (30.4%)
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Hispanic316 (21.0%)
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Two or More115 (7.6%)
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Asian41 (2.7%)
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American Indian14 (0.9%)
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Pacific Islander5 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 388 |
| Grade 10 | 419 |
| Grade 11 | 395 |
| Grade 12 | 303 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 737 | 49% |
| Male | 768 | 51% |
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