Truesdell Middle School

Truesdell Middle School serves 913 students in grades 6-8 in Wichita, Kansas, with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1 across its 66 full-time equivalent teaching staff. This regular public school is working with students who face significant academic challenges, with room for substantial growth in core subjects. Currently, 10% of students demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and reading, while 4% show proficiency in mathematics.

The school ranks in the 4th percentile among Kansas middle schools, reflecting the intensive support these students need to reach their academic potential. Located on South Glenn in the 67217 zip code, Truesdell serves a community where the median household income is $53,632 and about 21% of residents experience poverty. Educational attainment in the neighborhood shows that 13% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher, with median home values around $107,700.

Despite the academic challenges, the school maintains a manageable class size environment where teachers can provide more individualized attention to help students develop foundational skills. Truesdell Middle School operates within Wichita's urban landscape, serving families in a working-class neighborhood that values education as a pathway to opportunity.

While current test scores at Truesdell Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.