The Diocese of Wichita serves 10,832 children from diverse backgrounds in 38 Catholic schools and 90 parishes.- In fiscal year 2007-2008, the St. Katharine Drexel Catholic School Fund distributed $349,020.
- Twenty Catholic parishes qualify for assistance from the St. Drexel fund educating nearly 2,000 students.
- 22.7% of the children belong to diverse ethic communities.
- 4.8% of the students are from non-Catholic faiths.
- Nationally
- 89% of students who attend a Catholic high school graduate.
- 97% of Catholic school graduates go on to successfully complete post secondary education.
- Only 3.4% of Catholic school students drop out compared to 14.4% who had attended public schools.
- Research indicates Catholic schools do a better job of closing the achievement gap for minority students.
Criteria To Receive Funding
- At least 30% of parish students qualify for free or reduced lunches.
- 50% or more of the parish's Sunday offering is allocated Catholic education in a parish school.
- The parish has an active stewardship program.
