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Maize Unified School District

Maize South High School

#3 in Best Public High Schools in Sedgwick County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Wichita, KS
  • 265 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      B-
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B-
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Maize South High School is a highly rated, public school located in Wichita, KS. It has 772 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 22 to 1. According to state test scores, 56% of students are at least proficient in math and 31% in reading.
    Address
    3701 N Tyler Road
    Wichita, KS 67205
    Telephone
    (316) 462-8000
    Website
    usd266.com/education/district/district.php?sectionid=1
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    Maize South High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    31%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    56%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1330
    5 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    191 responses
    AP Enrollment
    7%
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      A-
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $48,982
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $767
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $124,400
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    96%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.24 responses
    Poll
    88%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.24 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 35 responses
    Report
    • Football games every Friday night.
      60%
    • School dances
      20%
    • Hallway decorating
      11%
    • Spirit weeks
      6%
    • Homecoming
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    772
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    10%
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.24 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.24 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.24 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    22:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $47,781
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    0%
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.30 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.30 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.30 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    Expenses Per Student
    $8,823/ year
    National
    $12,239
    82%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.34 responses
    56%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.34 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.34 responses
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    Maize South High School Reviews

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    Almost all of the teachers that I have studied under have been an absolute blessing! The teachers are generally very positive and passionate when it comes to teaching and aiding the mental and emotional growth of their students! Maize South High School does a great job of rewarding those who thrive academically and/or athletically. There are so many great courses and extracurricular activities to enroll in, making it very easy to find your chosen path of study or get involved in the school community. Unfortunately, they don’t always take cases of bullying seriously, but I have seen small improvements made in this department. Hopefully things will keep on improving, making the school a more comfortable and pleasing environment to learn in. In general, it truly is a fantastic school.
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    I moved to Maize South High School my freshman year of High School and it was terrifying going from a class of 60 kids to a class of 200 or more. However, teachers and faculty were very welcoming and helped me through everything and I made some friends along the way! Their music department brings kids from everything club and sport together and makes an amazing family. Teachers at MSHS make sure to help you without giving you the final answer. My missing star comes from individual teachers and coaches who aren’t the best at the school, and some administrators that miss some opportunities to help students. Overall, I have loved my high school experience at Maize South High School, and I will cherish every second this upcoming senior year!
    Maize South was an incredible high school to attend, as it was small in class size and allowed us to be a more close-knit group of students than one would imagine possible in a high school. I remember trying to hide in the shadows during my first year and finding it impossible as their student inclusion is through the roof. I walked in on the first day of freshman year not knowing anyone, then entered the second semester with extraordinary friends and the plan to sign up for at least three different clubs. Almost everyone knew one another by name, even the most popular students who were amongst the nicest. Not only was the school more like a large family, the administration went to great lengths to ensure we were provided with extensive opportunities for our future, including a large range of college-credit classes.