Serving 900 students in grades 6-8, Junction City 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 29% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Junction City Middle School serves the northwest part of Junction City, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 146.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 14.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Junction City Middle School's student population of 900 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Junction City 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 Junction City Middle School is 0.72, 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
#877 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
23%
Black
18%
7%
White
44%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junction City Middle School's ranking?
Junction City Middle School is ranked #877 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?
29% 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 Junction City Middle School?
900 students attend Junction City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Junction City Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junction City Middle School?
Junction City Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Junction City Middle School offer ?
Junction City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Junction City Middle School part of?
Junction City Middle School is part of Geary County Schools.
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