Serving 319 students in grades 6-8, Abilene 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 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abilene Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Abilene school district, covering approximately 101.9 square miles in Abilene, KS. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abilene Middle School's student population of 319 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Leaders for Today and Tomorrow
School Rankings
Abilene Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abilene Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#636 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abilene Middle School's ranking?
Abilene Middle School is ranked #636 out of 1,269 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Abilene Middle School?
319 students attend Abilene Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Abilene Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abilene Middle School?
Abilene Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abilene Middle School offer ?
Abilene Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abilene Middle School part of?
Abilene Middle School is part of Abilene School District.
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