Serving 673 students in grades 6-8, Arkansas City Middle 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% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arkansas City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arkansas City Middle School's student population of 673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arkansas City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arkansas City Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1184 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
3%
6%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arkansas City Middle School's ranking?
Arkansas City Middle School is ranked #1184 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Arkansas City Middle School?
673 students attend Arkansas City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Arkansas City Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arkansas City Middle School?
Arkansas City Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arkansas City Middle School offer ?
Arkansas City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arkansas City Middle School part of?
Arkansas City Middle School is part of Arkansas City School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2023
I loved every one of the teachers and I miss the fun times we all had the time i stayed there I wish I could move back but I can''t I miss you all I also miss my friends too and I miss Mrs. Shcerich Mrs. B and Mr stuert
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