Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Brooks Magnet Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooks Magnet Middle School's student population of 578 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brooks 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 Brooks Magnet Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1095 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
23%
Black
39%
7%
White
23%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Brooks Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Brooks Magnet Middle School is ranked #1095 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Brooks Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Brooks Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon Parks Academy, Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Brooks Magnet Middle School?
578 students attend Brooks Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Brooks Magnet Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooks Magnet Middle School?
Brooks Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brooks Magnet Middle School offer ?
Brooks Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooks Magnet Middle School part of?
Brooks Magnet Middle School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooks Magnet Middle School located?
Brooks Magnet Middle School is located in the Northeast Heights neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Northeast Heights.
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