Serving 346 students in grades 4-8, Halstead 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 30% (which is lower than 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 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Halstead Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Halstead, KS, covering approximately 140.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halstead Middle School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Halstead 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 Halstead Middle School is 0.31, 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
#624 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halstead Middle School's ranking?
Halstead Middle School is ranked #624 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Halstead Middle School often compared to?
Halstead Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hesston Middle School, Chisholm Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% 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 Halstead Middle School?
346 students attend Halstead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Halstead Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halstead Middle School?
Halstead Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Halstead Middle School offer ?
Halstead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Halstead Middle School part of?
Halstead Middle School is part of Halstead School District.
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