Below Average
#1158 of 1,294 schools in KS
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem
Elementary School · Wichita
3530 E 27th N, Wichita, KS 67220
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#1,158 of 1,294
In Wichita
#67 of 97
public schools
In district
#57 of 86
Wichita
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Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem
Elementary School in Wichita · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem is a public elementary school in Wichita, KS, part of Wichita. Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,158 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem — Students at Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem Compares
See how Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3530 E 27th N, Wichita, KS 67220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANNOOR ISLAMIC SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hyde Intl Studies/Commun Elem Magnet (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gordon Parks Academy (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wichita, see our Wichita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brooks Magnet Middle School Wichita | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Gordon Parks Academy Wichita | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Wichita Alternative High Wichita | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Mueller Aerospace/Engineering Discovery Magne Wichita | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Jackson Elementary Wichita | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Stucky Middle School Wichita | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Spaght Multimedia Magnet Wichita | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Adams Elem Wichita | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| L'Ouverture Computer Technology Magnet Wichita | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| THREE ANGELS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Wichita | 2.5 mi | — |
| Gammon Elem Wichita | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ANNOOR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Wichita | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| SUNRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Bel Aire | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SUNRISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wichita | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Robinson Middle School Wichita | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| College Hill Elem Wichita | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Heights High Wichita | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Coleman Middle School Wichita | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Hyde Intl Studies/Commun Elem Magnet Wichita | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,861
Median Home Value
$193,900
Median Rent
$889/mo
Population
14,779
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
31.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harry Street Elem Wichita, KS | 4.2 |
| Riverside Elementary Emporia, KS | 4.2 |
| Earl Lawson Early Education Center Leavenworth, KS | 4.3 |
| Indian Creek Elem Olathe, KS | 4.3 |
| Irving Elementary Wichita, KS | 4.3 |
| Logan Ave Elem Emporia, KS | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem
What grades does Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem serve?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem rank in KS?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem ranks #1,158 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem a charter school?
No, Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem a Title I school?
No, Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem?
85.2% of students at Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sedgwick County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (316) 973-9350
Resources & Links
District
Wichita- District Enrollment
- 46,516
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,783
- District Rank
- #57 of 86
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