Serving 1,284 students in grades 9-12, Winnetonka High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winnetonka High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Winnetonka High School's student population of 1,284 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winnetonka High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winnetonka High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1552 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
19%
15%
White
48%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winnetonka High School's ranking?
Winnetonka High School is ranked #1552 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Winnetonka High School often compared to?
Winnetonka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School, Oak Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winnetonka High School?
The graduation rate of Winnetonka High School is 92%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Winnetonka High School?
1,284 students attend Winnetonka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Winnetonka High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winnetonka High School?
Winnetonka High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winnetonka High School offer ?
Winnetonka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Winnetonka High School part of?
Winnetonka High School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Winnetonka High School located?
Winnetonka High School is located in the Winnetonka neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Winnetonka.
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