Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gammon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gammon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gammon Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Rankings
Gammon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gammon Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#947 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
38%
7%
White
18%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gammon Elementary School's ranking?
Gammon Elementary School is ranked #947 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Gammon Elementary School often compared to?
Gammon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minneha Core Knowledge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Gammon Elementary School?
419 students attend Gammon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gammon Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gammon Elementary School?
Gammon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gammon Elementary School offer ?
Gammon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gammon Elementary School part of?
Gammon Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Gammon Elementary School located?
Gammon Elementary School is located in the Cottonwood Village neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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