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Gordon Parks Academy

2201 E. 25Th St., Wichita, KS 67219, United States
+1 (316) 973-7500
http://www.usd259.org
1.5
Overall Rating

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Gordon Parks Academy Overview

About This School

Gordon Parks Academy is a public middle in Wichita, Kansas, serving 485 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 18% proficiency in ELA and 11% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 36 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $61,882. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the academy are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup includes 43% Black, 26% Hispanic, 16% White, 13% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

485
Total Students
PK-8
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
36 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts18%
Mathematics11%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Sedgwick County
Students per Counselor
485:1

Gordon Parks Academy Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

18%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 24%State Avg: 34%
11%
Mathematics
City Avg: 21%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.6:1
State Avg: 13:1
485
Students per Counselor

Gordon Parks Academy Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
36

Average Teacher Salary

$61,882
City Avg: $62,772
State Avg: $62,072

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor485:1

Gordon Parks Academy Student Demographics

Student Body

52.78%
Male
47.22%
Female
Total Enrollment: 485 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White15.88%
Hispanic26.19%
Asian0.82%
Black42.89%
Two or More Races13.4%
Native American0.82%

Gordon Parks Academy Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Gordon Parks Academy

Q: What is Gordon Parks Academy?

A: Gordon Parks Academy is a middle public located in Wichita.

Q: How many students attend Gordon Parks Academy?

A: Gordon Parks Academy has approximately 485 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Gordon Parks Academy?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Gordon Parks Academy is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Gordon Parks Academy

Gordon Parks Academy is a public middle in Wichita, Kansas, serving 485 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 18% proficiency in ELA and 11% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 36 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $61,882. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the academy are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup includes 43% Black, 26% Hispanic, 16% White, 13% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Gordon Parks Academy - Wichita, KS

Quick Facts about Gordon Parks Academy
School NameGordon Parks Academy
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location2201 E. 25Th St., Wichita, KS 67219, Wichita, KS
CountySedgwick County
Phone+1 (316) 973-7500
Total Students485
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers36
Rating1.5/10
ELA Proficiency18%
Math Proficiency11%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Gordon Parks Academy

What is Gordon Parks Academy?

Gordon Parks Academy is a middle public located in Wichita.

How many students attend Gordon Parks Academy?

Gordon Parks Academy has approximately 485 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gordon Parks Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Gordon Parks Academy is 13:1.

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