Serving 502 students in grades 5-6, Discovery Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Intermediate School serves the northern part of Goddard, KS, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Intermediate School's student population of 502 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings
Discovery Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Intermediate School is 0.36, which is less 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
#354 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
10%
23%
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Black
2%
7%
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White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Intermediate School's ranking?
Discovery Intermediate School is ranked #354 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Discovery Intermediate School often compared to?
Discovery Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Discovery Intermediate School?
502 students attend Discovery Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Discovery Intermediate School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Intermediate School?
Discovery Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Discovery Intermediate School offer ?
Discovery Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Intermediate School part of?
Discovery Intermediate School is part of Goddard School District.
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