Serving 174 students in grades 6-8, Galena 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Galena Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Galena school district, covering approximately 15.1 square miles in and around Galena, KS. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galena Middle School's student population of 174 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Galena 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 Galena Middle School is 0.39, 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
#519 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Galena Middle School's ranking?
Galena Middle School is ranked #519 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Galena Middle School often compared to?
Galena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Grove Primary Center, Riverton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Galena Middle School?
174 students attend Galena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Galena Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galena Middle School?
Galena Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galena Middle School offer ?
Galena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galena Middle School part of?
Galena Middle School is part of Galena School District.
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