Serving 22 students in grades 5-8, Grinnell 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grinnell Middle School's student population of 22 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Grinnell 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 Grinnell Middle School is 0.24, 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
#995 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderhawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grinnell Middle School's ranking?
Grinnell Middle School is ranked #995 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Grinnell Middle School?
22 students attend Grinnell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Grinnell Middle School students are White, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grinnell Middle School?
Grinnell Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grinnell Middle School offer ?
Grinnell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grinnell Middle School part of?
Grinnell Middle School is part of Grinnell School District.
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