Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Atchison 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 20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Atchison Middle School serves the entire district of Atchison, KS, covering an area of approximately 57.1 square miles, with most students typically living 10-15 minutes away from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 12.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atchison Middle School's student population of 287 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Atchison 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 Atchison Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1034 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
10%
7%
White
65%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atchison Middle School's ranking?
Atchison Middle School is ranked #1034 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Atchison Middle School?
287 students attend Atchison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Atchison Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atchison Middle School?
Atchison Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Atchison Middle School offer ?
Atchison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atchison Middle School part of?
Atchison Middle School is part of Atchison School District.
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