Serving 880 students in grades 7-8, Indian Hills Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Hills Middle School's student population of 880 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Hills Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Hills Middle School is 0.32, which is less 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
#260 out of 1264 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
3%
6%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Hills Middle School's ranking?
Indian Hills Middle School is ranked #260 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Indian Hills Middle School often compared to?
Indian Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hocker Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Indian Hills Middle School?
880 students attend Indian Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Indian Hills Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Hills Middle School?
Indian Hills Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Hills Middle School offer ?
Indian Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Indian Hills Middle School part of?
Indian Hills Middle School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub Sch School District.
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