Serving 368 students in grades 6-8, Chase 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 11% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chase Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Chase Middle School's student population of 368 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Chase Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chase Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1190 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
47%
22%
Black
13%
7%
White
24%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Chase Middle School's ranking?
Chase Middle School is ranked #1190 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Chase Middle School often compared to?
Chase Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Chase Middle School?
368 students attend Chase Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Chase Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chase Middle School?
Chase Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chase Middle School offer ?
Chase Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chase Middle School part of?
Chase Middle School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Chase Middle School located?
Chase Middle School is located in the Oakland neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakland.
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