Serving 631 students in grades 6-8, Coleman 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 9% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coleman Middle School serves the eastern part of Wichita, KS, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coleman Middle School's student population of 631 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coleman 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 Coleman 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
#1216 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Coleman Middle School's ranking?
Coleman Middle School is ranked #1216 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Coleman Middle School often compared to?
Coleman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robinson Middle School, Curtis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Coleman Middle School?
631 students attend Coleman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Coleman Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleman Middle School?
Coleman Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coleman Middle School offer ?
Coleman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coleman Middle School part of?
Coleman Middle School is part of Wichita School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is wonderful to work at. The administration is very supportive, the kids are engaging, and teachers are collaborative. We are now an environmental magnet and great changes are coming!
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