Serving 688 students in grades 6-8, Piper Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piper Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Piper Middle School's student population of 688 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Piper Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piper Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#548 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
14%
7%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piper Middle School's ranking?
Piper Middle School is ranked #548 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Piper Middle School often compared to?
Piper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert E Clark Middle School, Arrowhead Middle School, D D Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Piper Middle School?
688 students attend Piper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Piper Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piper Middle School?
Piper Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Piper Middle School offer ?
Piper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piper Middle School part of?
Piper Middle School is part of Piper-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Piper Middle School located?
Piper Middle School is located in the I 435 West KC KS neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in I 435 West KC KS.
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