Serving 536 students in grades 6-8, Allison Traditional Magnet Middle 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 31% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
School Motto
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School strives to cultivate a learning environment committed to rigorous academics and a strong foundational structure.
School Rankings
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School is 0.75, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#664 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
33%
23%
Black
20%
7%
White
32%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School is ranked #664 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon Parks Academy, Mayberry Cultural And Fine Arts Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School?
536 students attend Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School offer ?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School part of?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School located?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School is located in the Delano neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Delano.
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