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Best High Schools in Kansas City, Kansas

Compare 12 high schools in Kansas City. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

12
High Schools
Public & Charter Schools
28,654
Total Students
Across Kansas City
13.9:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
12 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score11%
ELA Assessment Score16%
๐ŸŽฏ Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)5 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
๐Ÿ’ก Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • โœ“0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • โœ“Largest student enrollment is 1,903 students at Wyandotte High.
  • โœ“Best student-teacher ratio is 4:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
๐Ÿ† Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About High Schools in Kansas City

Kansas City, Kansas offers 12 high schools providing comprehensive education for students preparing for college and careers. These schools offer diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and advanced placement courses.

Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science

publichighGrade 8-12
1610 N 8Th Street, Kansas City, KS 66101
3.5
Rating
Students
1,045
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
28%

Piper High

publichighGrade 9-12
13021 Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, KS 66109
3
Rating
Students
913
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
27%

Alfred Fairfax Academy

publichighGrade 9-12
2226 N 85Th St, Kansas City, KS 66109
2
Rating
Students
52
Student-Teacher
7:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
20%

Washington High

publichighGrade 9-12
7340 Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, KS 66109
1
Rating
Students
1,180
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
3%
Math Proficiency
1%

J C Harmon High

publichighGrade 9-12
2400 Steele Rd, Kansas City, KS 66106
1
Rating
Students
1,285
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
3%
Math Proficiency
2%

Wyandotte High

publichighGrade 9-12
2501 Minneosta Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102
1
Rating
Students
1,903
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
2%

F L Schlagle High

publichighGrade 9-12
2214 N 59Th St, Kansas City, KS 66104
1
Rating
Students
841
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
1%

Turner High

publichighGrade 9-12
2211 South 55Th, Kansas City, KS 66106
1
Rating
Students
1,147
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
13%
Math Proficiency
7%

500 Reach

publichighGrade 12-12
7704 Parallel Parkway, Kansas City, KS 66612
N/A
Rating
Students
76
Student-Teacher
:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

School For Blind High

publichighGrade 6-12
1100 State Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102
N/A
Rating
Students
27
Student-Teacher
5:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Bridges/Wyandot Academy

publichighK-12
3101 N. 10Th Street, Kansas City, KS 66104
N/A
Rating
Students
15
Student-Teacher
4:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Beyond The Bell

publichighGrade 9-12
2540 Junction Rd., Kansas City, KS 66106
N/A
Rating
Students
13
Student-Teacher
:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many high schools are in Kansas City, Kansas?

There are several high schools in Kansas City, offering diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and college preparation courses.

What is the best high school in Kansas City?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated high schools in Kansas City include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all high schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Kansas City?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Kansas City is 13.9:1.