Gordon Parks Academy vs Kensler Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gordon Parks Academy
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
485 students
Kensler Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
488 students
| Measure | Gordon Parks Academy Wichita, Kansas | Kensler Elem Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #664 of 686 | #540 of 686 |
| National rank | #47428 of 50,301 | #38267 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 485 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 485 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 27% |
| city | Wichita | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kensler Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.4 vs 15.4).
- •Kensler Elem does better on math proficiency (27% vs 8%).
- •Kensler Elem does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 15%).
- •Kensler Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 90.7%).
- •Gordon Parks Academy does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.4).
- •Kensler Elem is the larger school with 488 students compared with 485.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gordon Parks Academy better than Kensler Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Kensler Elem ranks higher (30.4 vs 15.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Gordon Parks Academy and Kensler Elem?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gordon Parks Academy: 485. Kensler Elem: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gordon Parks Academy and Kensler Elem rank in Kansas?
Gordon Parks Academy is 664th of 686 and Kensler Elem is 540th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).