Serving 730 students in grades 6-8, Dwight D Eisenhower 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 24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School serves the southeastern part of Manhattan, KS, covering an attendance area of approximately 131.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School's student population of 730 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Dwight D Eisenhower 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 Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School is 0.64, 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
#778 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
11%
7%
White
56%
60%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School's ranking?
Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School is ranked #778 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School often compared to?
Dwight D Eisenhower Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan B Anthony Middle School, Riley County Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School?
730 students attend Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School?
Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School offer ?
Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School part of?
Dwight D Eisenhower Middle School is part of Manhattan-Ogden School District.
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