Serving 829 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Christa Mcauliffe Academy 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 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Christa McAuliffe Academy serves the southeastern part of Wichita, KS, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance being around 3.3 miles from any edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Academy's student population of 829 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
829 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Academy 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 Christa Mcauliffe Academy is 0.77, 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
#793 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe Academy's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe Academy is ranked #793 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Christa Mcauliffe Academy often compared to?
Christa Mcauliffe Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Seltzer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe Academy?
829 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Christa Mcauliffe Academy students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Academy?
Christa Mcauliffe Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Academy offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Academy part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Academy is part of Wichita School District.
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