For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,693 students in 66101, KS.
The top ranked public middle schools in 66101, KS are Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 66101 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Kansas public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 28% statewide average). Middle schools in 66101, KS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public middle school average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66101, KS Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1610 N 8th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-7200
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-7200
Gr: 8-12 | 1,005 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
925 Ivandale
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-6150
Kansas City, KS 66101
(913) 627-6150
Gr: 6-8 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 66101, KS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 66101, KS include Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science and Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 66101?
2 public middle schools are located in 66101.
What is the racial composition of students in 66101?
66101 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public middle schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
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