Serving 628 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 14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arkansas City Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 188.9 square miles in Arkansas City, KS. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arkansas City Middle School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arkansas City 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 Arkansas City Middle School is 0.59, which is more 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
#1157 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
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)28.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bullpups
Source: 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 #1157 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Arkansas City Middle School?
628 students attend Arkansas City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Arkansas City Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arkansas City Middle School?
Arkansas City Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arkansas City Middle School part of?
Arkansas City Middle School is part of Arkansas City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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