Funston Elementary School serves 254 students in grades 3-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 37% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
23%
7%
White
63%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Funston Elementary School?
254 students attend Funston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Funston Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Funston Elementary School?
Funston Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Funston Elementary School offer ?
Funston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Funston Elementary School part of?
Funston Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
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