Chisholm Life Skills Center serves 96 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chisholm Life Skills Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chisholm Life Skills Center's student population of 96 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chisholm Life Skills Center is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
25%
23%
Black
11%
7%
White
39%
60%
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Chisholm Life Skills Center?
The graduation rate of Chisholm Life Skills Center is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 85%.
How many students attend Chisholm Life Skills Center?
96 students attend Chisholm Life Skills Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Chisholm Life Skills Center students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisholm Life Skills Center?
Chisholm Life Skills Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisholm Life Skills Center offer ?
Chisholm Life Skills Center offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chisholm Life Skills Center part of?
Chisholm Life Skills Center is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Chisholm Life Skills Center located?
Chisholm Life Skills Center is located in the Mead neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Mead.
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