Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#713 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
35%
21%
Black
16%
7%
White
39%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School is ranked #713 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School?
320 students attend Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School?
Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School part of?
Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School located?
Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School is located in the La Placita Park neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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