Serving 75 students in grades 9-12, Sowers Alternative High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sowers Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sowers Alternative High School's student population of 75 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Sowers Alternative High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sowers Alternative High School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
24%
7%
White
49%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sowers Alternative High School's ranking?
Sowers Alternative High School is ranked #175 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sowers Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Sowers Alternative High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Sowers Alternative High School?
75 students attend Sowers Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sowers Alternative High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sowers Alternative High School?
Sowers Alternative High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sowers Alternative High School offer ?
Sowers Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sowers Alternative High School part of?
Sowers Alternative High School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Sowers Alternative High School located?
Sowers Alternative High School is located in the K 15 neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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