Serving 412 students in grades 6-8, Arrowhead 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 10% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arrowhead Middle serves the west part of the school district in Kansas City, KS, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the school from the zone's edge, extending up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arrowhead Middle School's student population of 412 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Your involvement is essential to our school’s success.
School Rankings
Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead Middle School is 0.77, 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
#1154 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
30%
23%
Black
30%
7%
White
18%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arrowhead Middle School's ranking?
Arrowhead Middle School is ranked #1154 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Arrowhead Middle School often compared to?
Arrowhead Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like D D Eisenhower Middle School, Argentine Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Arrowhead Middle School?
412 students attend Arrowhead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Arrowhead Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arrowhead Middle School?
Arrowhead Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arrowhead Middle School offer ?
Arrowhead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arrowhead Middle School part of?
Arrowhead Middle School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Arrowhead Middle School located?
Arrowhead Middle School is located in the Victory Hills neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 5 other public schools located in Victory Hills.
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