Chisholm Life Skills Center serves 90 students in grades 10-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisholm Life Skills Center's student population of 90 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chisholm Life Skills Center is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
27%
22%
Black
21%
7%
White
27%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Chisholm Life Skills Center?
The graduation rate of Chisholm Life Skills Center is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 85%.
How many students attend Chisholm Life Skills Center?
90 students attend Chisholm Life Skills Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Chisholm Life Skills Center students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisholm Life Skills Center?
Chisholm Life Skills Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisholm Life Skills Center offer ?
Chisholm Life Skills Center offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chisholm Life Skills Center part of?
Chisholm Life Skills Center is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Chisholm Life Skills Center located?
Chisholm Life Skills Center is located in the Mead neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Mead.
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