Serving 201 students in grades 6-8, Girard Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Girard Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Girard school district, encompassing approximately 275.4 square miles in Girard, KS. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 17.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Girard Middle School's student population of 201 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Girard 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 Girard Middle School is 0.21, 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
#664 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Girard Middle School's ranking?
Girard Middle School is ranked #664 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?
31% 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 Girard Middle School?
201 students attend Girard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Girard Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Girard Middle School?
Girard Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Girard Middle School offer ?
Girard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Girard Middle School part of?
Girard Middle School is part of Girard School District.
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