For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,104 students in 66106, KS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 66106, KS are Turner Middle School and Argentine Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 66106 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Kansas public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 28% statewide average). Middle schools in 66106, KS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 66106, KS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turner Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1312 South 55th
Kansas City, KS 66106
(913) 288-4000
Kansas City, KS 66106
(913) 288-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Argentine Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2123 Ruby Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66106
(913) 627-6750
Kansas City, KS 66106
(913) 627-6750
Gr: 6-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
66106, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2540 Junction Road
Kansas City, KS 66106
(913) 288-3690
Kansas City, KS 66106
(913) 288-3690
Gr: 9-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 43:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
7120 Gibbs Rd
Kansas City, KS 66106
(913) 288-3700
Kansas City, KS 66106
(913) 288-3700
Gr: 1-6 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
800 S. 55th St.
Kansas City, KS 66106
(785) 456-6278
Kansas City, KS 66106
(785) 456-6278
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 66106, KS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 66106, KS include Turner Middle School and Argentine Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 66106?
2 public middle schools are located in 66106.
What is the racial composition of students in 66106?
66106 public middle schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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