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Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne

Elementary School · Wichita

2500 E 18th, Wichita, KS 67214

Enrollment

310

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#878 of 1,294

In Wichita

#33 of 97

public schools

In district

#27 of 86

Wichita

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne

5.6/10

Elementary School in Wichita · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.8/10

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About Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne

Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne is a public elementary school in Wichita, KS, part of Wichita. Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #878 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

35% of students at Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.3% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.2% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,783
Chronic Absenteeism34.8%

Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne — Students at Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
14%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
8.1%
ELA
18%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne Compares

See how Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in KS
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

Location

2500 E 18th, Wichita, KS 67214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hyde Intl Studies/Commun Elem Magnet (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gordon Parks Academy (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wichita, see our Wichita schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Wichita Alternative High Wichita 0.2 mi 3.8
Gordon Parks Academy Wichita 0.8 mi 6.3
Spaght Multimedia Magnet Wichita 1.0 mi 4.7
Buckner Performing Arts Magnet Elem Wichita 1.3 mi 4.2
L'Ouverture Computer Technology Magnet Wichita 1.2 mi 4.1
Brooks Magnet Middle School Wichita 1.4 mi 4.4
Washington Accelerated Learning Elem Wichita 1.9 mi 6.1
Adams Elem Wichita 1.8 mi 3.9
Irving Elementary Wichita 1.7 mi 4.3
College Hill Elem Wichita 2.1 mi 6.0
East High Wichita 2.3 mi 4.6
Horace Mann Dual Language Magnet Wichita 2.0 mi 4.7
Robinson Middle School Wichita 2.3 mi 7.7
Park Elementary Wichita 2.2 mi 2.2
Hyde Intl Studies/Commun Elem Magnet Wichita 2.5 mi 8.7
North High Wichita 2.2 mi 3.9
Jackson Elementary Wichita 2.5 mi 4.1
ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita 2.6 mi 6.3
Cloud Elem Wichita 2.6 mi 4.4
Woodland Health / Wellness Magnet Elem Wichita 2.6 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,636

Median Home Value

$72,600

Median Rent

$752/mo

Population

15,553

College Educated

12.7%

Homeownership

42.2%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

32.8%

Median Age

33.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne

What grades does Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne serve?

Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne?

Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne?

The student-teacher ratio at Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne rank in KS?

Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne ranks #878 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne's MySchoolScout rating?

Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne a charter school?

No, Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne a Title I school?

No, Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne?

94.2% of students at Mueller Aerospace/engineering Discovery Magne 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Sedgwick County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

District

Wichita
District Enrollment
46,516
Schools in District
87
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,783
District Rank
#27 of 86

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