Needs Improvement
#1275 of 1,294 schools in KS
White Elem
Elementary School · Wichita
5148 S Kansas, Wichita, KS 67216
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#1,275 of 1,294
In Wichita
#92 of 97
public schools
In district
#81 of 86
Wichita
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White Elem
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About White Elem
White Elem is a public elementary school in Wichita, KS, part of Wichita. White Elem serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. White Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,275 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for White Elem show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at White 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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White Elem — Students at White Elem score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
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: 2.4/10.
How White Elem Compares
See how White Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5148 S Kansas, Wichita, KS 67216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Creek Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Derby), which scores notably higher. Another option is Derby Hills Elem (rated 5.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Derby), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ruth Clark Elementary K-5 (rated 5.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wichita, see our Wichita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paul B Cooper Elem Wichita | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Oaklawn Elem Wichita | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Wells Alternative Middle School Wichita | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elem Wichita | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Enterprise Elem Wichita | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Sowers Alternative High School Wichita | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| South High Wichita | 2.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Jardine Technology Middle Magnet Wichita | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Colvin Elem Wichita | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Nelson Elem Haysville | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Ruth Clark Elementary K-5 Wichita | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Cessna Elem Wichita | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Enders STEM and Leadership Magnet Wichita | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Campus High Haysville Wichita | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| WICHITA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wichita | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Gardiner Elem Wichita | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Mead Middle School Wichita | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ST ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wichita | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Derby Hills Elem Derby | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Stone Creek Elementary Derby | 3.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,172
Median Home Value
$92,000
Median Rent
$876/mo
Population
22,529
College Educated
8.3%
Homeownership
52.9%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dodge Literacy Magnet Wichita, KS | 2.9 |
| Abe Hubert Elementary School Garden City, KS | 3.0 |
| New York Elem Lawrence, KS | 3.0 |
| Colvin Elem Wichita, KS | 3.1 |
| MacArthur Elementary School Liberal, KS | 3.1 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Liberal, KS | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Elem
What grades does White Elem serve?
White Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend White Elem?
White Elem has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at White Elem is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does White Elem rank in KS?
White Elem ranks #1,275 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is White Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
White Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 White Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, White Elem has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is White Elem a charter school?
No, White Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Elem a Title I school?
No, White Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Elem?
88.1% of students at White 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sedgwick County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.8%
- Phone
- (316) 973-1250
Resources & Links
District
Wichita- District Enrollment
- 46,516
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,783
- District Rank
- #81 of 86
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