Isely Traditional Magnet Elem

School Overview
Isely Traditional Magnet Elementary, located in Bel Aire, Kansas, is part of the Wichita Public Schools (USD 259) district. As a magnet school, it operates under a "traditional" educational philosophy, which typically emphasizes a structured, teacher-directed environment with a strong focus on core academic subjects, discipline, and consistent classroom routines. The school is designed to provide students with a rigorous curriculum intended to build a solid foundation in fundamental skills such as reading, writing, and mathematics, often incorporating uniform policies and specific behavioral expectations to foster a focused learning atmosphere.

The school serves a diverse student body and draws families from across the district who are seeking a more structured alternative to the standard neighborhood school model. By leveraging its magnet status, Isely integrates specialized instruction with a clear commitment to academic excellence and character development. Prospective families can find detailed information regarding enrollment, curriculum standards, and school-specific policies through the official Wichita Public Schools website, which serves as the central hub for all district-wide educational resources.
626
Total Students
48.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Isely Traditional Magnet Elem
Demographic Student Count
White342
Hispanic90
Black116
Asian30
Two or More44
American Indian4
  • White
    342 (54.6 %)
  • Black
    116 (18.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    90 (14.4 %)
  • Two or More
    44 (7.0 %)
  • Asian
    30 (4.8 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wichita
Phone: (316)973-8200
Website: http://www.usd259.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 626
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 278
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 66
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 58
Kindergarten 89
Grade 1 90
Grade 2 87
Grade 3 93
Grade 4 114
Grade 5 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Isely Traditional Magnet Elem
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten58
Kindergarten89
Grade 190
Grade 287
Grade 393
Grade 4114
Grade 595
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Isely Traditional Magnet Elem
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29146.5%
Male33553.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)