Serving 312 students in grades 7-8, Circle Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Circle Middle School serves the entire district of Benton, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 178.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Circle Middle School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Circle Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Circle Middle School is 0.38, 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
#622 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
7%
7%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circle Middle School's ranking?
Circle Middle School is ranked #622 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Circle Middle School often compared to?
Circle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover Middle School, Bluestem Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Circle Middle School?
312 students attend Circle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Circle Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Circle Middle School?
Circle Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Circle Middle School offer ?
Circle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Circle Middle School part of?
Circle Middle School is part of Circle School District.
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