WINNETONKA HIGH

www.nkcschools.org/wths/

1,238 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Winnetonka High School, located in Kansas City, Missouri, is a prominent secondary institution within the North Kansas City School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its strong focus on academic achievement, extracurricular engagement, and fostering a supportive community environment. The campus offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and a variety of elective programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Winnetonka High School emphasizes the "Tonka" spirit, encouraging students to participate in a wide array of athletic teams, fine arts programs, and student-led clubs. The school prides itself on its inclusive culture and dedicated faculty, who prioritize personalized learning and student well-being. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a commitment to personal development and community service, Winnetonka aims to equip its graduates with the skills and character necessary to succeed in an evolving global society.

1,238

Total Students

88.5

Full-Time Teachers

14.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

57.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WINNETONKA HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	560
Hispanic	233
Black	266
Asian	29
Two or More	142
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	5

White
560 (45.2%)
Black
266 (21.5%)
Hispanic
233 (18.8%)
Two or More
142 (11.5%)
Asian
29 (2.3%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.4%)
American Indian
3 (0.2%)

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:	NORTH KANSAS CITY 74
Phone:	(816)321-5340
Website:	http://www.nkcschools.org/wths/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,238
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	88.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	542
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	171

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 285

Grade 10 308

Grade 11 303

Grade 12 342