Serving 809 students in grades 7-8, Indian Woods 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 41% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Woods Middle serves the southern part of Overland Park, KS, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Woods Middle School's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
809 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Woods 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 Indian Woods Middle School is 0.54, 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
#423 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Woods Middle School's ranking?
Indian Woods Middle School is ranked #423 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Indian Woods Middle School often compared to?
Indian Woods Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westridge Middle School, Overland Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Indian Woods Middle School?
809 students attend Indian Woods Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Indian Woods Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Woods Middle School?
Indian Woods Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Woods Middle School offer ?
Indian Woods Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Woods Middle School part of?
Indian Woods Middle School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Woods Middle School located?
Indian Woods Middle School is located in the Nall Hills neighborhood of Overland Park, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Nall Hills.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school environment is not diverse enough, poor math ed, bullying.
5 10/10/2025
Although I am concerned about the direction Kansas schools are presently taking, I have been extremely impressed with the greatly qualified and caring teachers and administration, and hence, exemplary quality of education provided at Indian Woods. My child has had some wonderful opportunities in extracurricular activities, and I'm sure that if the State budget was not squeezing them monetarily, they would choose to have even more. Though limited to some degree by demographics, the school itself celebrates diversity and has been very accepting of my child.
3 10/10/2025
Great teachers, horrid administration.
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