Serving 247 students in grades 5-8, Jefferson West 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 26% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson West Middle School's student population of 247 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson West 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 Jefferson West Middle School is 0.17, 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
#871 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
1%
6%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Jefferson West Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson West Middle School is ranked #871 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Jefferson West Middle School?
247 students attend Jefferson West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Jefferson West Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson West Middle School?
Jefferson West Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson West Middle School offer ?
Jefferson West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Jefferson West Middle School part of?
Jefferson West Middle School is part of Jefferson West School District.
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