Serving 560 students in grades 6-8, Allison Traditional Magnet 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 21% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School's student population of 560 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#855 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
21%
6%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School's ranking?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School is ranked #855 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School?
560 students attend Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School offer ?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School part of?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School located?
Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School is located in the Delano neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Delano.
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