Serving 544 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 10% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coleman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Coleman Middle School's student population of 544 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Coleman Middle 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 Coleman Middle School is 0.74, 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
#1213 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Black
33%
7%
White
27%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Coleman Middle School's ranking?
Coleman Middle School is ranked #1213 out of 1,280 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
544 students attend Coleman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Coleman Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 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 14:1, 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 6/16/2023
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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