Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gordon Parks 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 12% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Parks Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gordon Parks Academy's student population of 452 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Motto
Every Student Future Ready
School Rankings
Gordon Parks 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 Gordon Parks Academy is 0.71, 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
#1113 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
44%
7%
White
15%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Gordon Parks Academy's ranking?
Gordon Parks Academy is ranked #1113 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Gordon Parks Academy often compared to?
Gordon Parks Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School, Brooks Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Gordon Parks Academy?
452 students attend Gordon Parks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gordon Parks Academy students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon Parks Academy?
Gordon Parks Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gordon Parks Academy offer ?
Gordon Parks Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon Parks Academy part of?
Gordon Parks Academy is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Gordon Parks Academy located?
Gordon Parks Academy is located in the Northeast Millair neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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