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.
621
Total Students
47.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Isely Traditional Magnet Elem
Demographic Student Count
White276
Hispanic89
Black128
Asian46
Two or More76
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    276 (44.4%)
  • Black
    128 (20.6%)
  • Hispanic
    89 (14.3%)
  • Two or More
    76 (12.2%)
  • Asian
    46 (7.4%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
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: 621
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 47.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 278
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 66
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 61
Kindergarten 92
Grade 1 89
Grade 2 94
Grade 3 99
Grade 4 94
Grade 5 92

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Isely Traditional Magnet Elem
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten61
Kindergarten92
Grade 189
Grade 294
Grade 399
Grade 494
Grade 592
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Isely Traditional Magnet Elem
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29948.1%
Male32251.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)