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.
1,292
Total Students
82.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Heights High
Demographic Student Count
White426
Hispanic247
Black448
Asian32
Two or More125
American Indian11
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    448 (34.7 %)
  • White
    426 (33.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    247 (19.1 %)
  • Two or More
    125 (9.7 %)
  • Asian
    32 (2.5 %)
  • American Indian
    11 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    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: Wichita
Phone: (316)973-1400
Website: http://www.usd259.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,292
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 82.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 986
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 141
Grades Taught
Grade 9 370
Grade 10 332
Grade 11 309
Grade 12 281

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Heights High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9370
Grade 10332
Grade 11309
Grade 12281
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Heights High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female62148.1%
Male67151.9%