Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, Jardine 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 19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jardine Middle School serves the southwest part of Topeka, KS, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest distance from the school being about 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jardine Middle School's student population of 508 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jardine 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 Jardine Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1037 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Jardine Middle School's ranking?
Jardine Middle School is ranked #1037 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Jardine Middle School often compared to?
Jardine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Middle School, Marjorie French Middle School, Robinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Jardine Middle School?
508 students attend Jardine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Jardine Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jardine Middle School?
Jardine Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jardine Middle School offer ?
Jardine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jardine Middle School part of?
Jardine Middle School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Jardine Middle School located?
Jardine Middle School is located in the South And Southeast 1 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in South And Southeast 1.
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