What grades does Challenger Intermediate School serve?

Challenger Intermediate School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Goddard area.

Where is Challenger Intermediate School located?

Challenger Intermediate School is a urban school in Goddard, KS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Challenger Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Challenger Intermediate School is 12.7:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Goddard, KS?

Schools in Goddard include Challenger Intermediate School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Goddard area.

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Challenger Intermediate School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Nov

Fri

CDS-Professional Dev. Day / No ClassesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Sun

Parents As Teachers (PAT) DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

USD 265 Fall Early Interview Nighthalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

5–6

Enrollment

405

Student:Teacher

12.7:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Goddard

Econ. Disadvantaged

37.3%

Phone

(316)794-4040

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50%

80th percentile in KS

Math Proficiency

30%

60th percentile in KS

Chronic Absenteeism

6.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

12 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1

Near average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

425

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,463

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,215

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,387

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 6%State 62%Local 32%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$215,788

+1.9% 1yr+39.1% 5yr

Wichita, KS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.4%

Unemployment rate

10.9%

Uninsured residents

10.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,056

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

990

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

345 (35%)

Speech/Language Impairment

151 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

149 (15%)

Autism

76 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

21 (2%)

Emotional Disturbance

13 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

454

Current enrollment

Stable(-8% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Nov 6, 2026

CDS-Professional Dev. Day / No Classes

Staff Day

Sun, Nov 8, 2026

Parents As Teachers (PAT) Day

Staff Day

Tue, Nov 10, 2026

USD 265 Fall Early Interview Night

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Goddard. Challenger Intermediate School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No School, Offices ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	CDS-PTO Grandfrields BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	CDS-PTO Grandfrields BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	I.T. Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	EMS - Business Professionals of America meetingDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Professional Development Day/ No StudentsDistrict-wide No School for students	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	K - 12 (ALL SCHOOLS) Parent-Teacher Conferences, No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the calendar for conference dates and dismissal information.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	CDS-Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	CDS-Professional Dev. Day / No ClassesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sun, Nov 8, 2026	Parents As Teachers (PAT) DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	USD 265 Fall Early Interview NightDistrict-wide	half_day	—