D−
Wells Alternative Middle School
PublicMiddleGrades 6–8
1221 E Galena Suite 373, Wichita, KS 67216 · (316) 973-7650 · Part of Wichita Unified School District 259
Students
36
Students per teacher
4:1
Free or reduced lunch
92%
Setting
City
Grades
6–8
What stands out about Wells Alternative Middle School
- School Grade D−: test results are near the bottom of the state
- Math proficiency 23 pts below the state
- Reading / language arts 31 pts below the state
- Small classes: 4:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment down 21.7% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency5%
State average 27.9%
Reading / language arts5%
State average 35.5%
Location
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1221 E Galena Suite 373, Wichita
Students
Enrollment by grade
Grade 610
Grade 713
Grade 813
Enrollment over time
46’20
38’21
29’22
40’23
36’24
Down 21.7% since 2020.
Who goes here
White 36%Black 28%Hispanic 17%Two or more races 17%American Indian/Alaska Native 3%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.