Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Buckner Performing Arts 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 Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1246 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
54%
7%
White
19%
61%
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
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School is ranked #1246 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Elementary School, Price-harris Communications Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School?
325 students attend Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School part of?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School located?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School is located in the Northeast Heights neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Northeast Heights.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2016
This school offers caring teachers and staff, and special options that are not found in any other elementary school around! Dance and drama are added classes that the students attend at least once a week. They also attend PE, music, library, and art weekly. The teachers and staff work together to ensure your child receives the attention necessary, whether that means integrated special needs, therapy, intervention for being behind, or even more stimulation in gifted areas, these teachers go above and beyond to ensure your child's success.
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