Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chisholm Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chisholm Trail Elementary serves the northern part of Wichita, KS, covering an area of approximately 12.8 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chisholm Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Chisholm Trail Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Chisholm Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chisholm Trail Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#438 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
23%
Black
12%
7%
White
53%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisholm Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Chisholm Trail Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Chisholm Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Chisholm Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R L Wright Elementary School, Valley Center Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Chisholm Trail Elementary School?
381 students attend Chisholm Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chisholm Trail Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisholm Trail Elementary School?
Chisholm Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisholm Trail Elementary School offer ?
Chisholm Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chisholm Trail Elementary School part of?
Chisholm Trail Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
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