WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH

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1,406 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

William Chrisman High School, located in Independence, Missouri, is a key institution within the Independence School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its strong emphasis on preparing students for life after graduation, whether through higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and various elective pathways, allowing students to tailor their education to their specific interests and future goals.

Beyond the classroom, William Chrisman High School maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a wide range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. These programs are designed to foster community, leadership, and personal development among the student population. As a cornerstone of the Independence community, the school is dedicated to maintaining high academic standards while providing a supportive environment that encourages students to excel both personally and scholastically.

1,406

Total Students

83.8

Full-Time Teachers

16.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

70.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	787
Hispanic	254
Black	162
Asian	12
Two or More	159
American Indian	13
Pacific Islander	19

White
787 (56.0 %)
Hispanic
254 (18.1 %)
Black
162 (11.5 %)
Two or More
159 (11.3 %)
Pacific Islander
19 (1.4 %)
American Indian
13 (0.9 %)
Asian
12 (0.9 %)

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:	INDEPENDENCE 30
Phone:	(816)521-5355
Website:	http://www.isdschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,406
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	83.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	807
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	190

* 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 9 375

Grade 10 365

Grade 11 347

Grade 12 319