For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 413 students in Paola, KS.
The top-ranked public middle school in Paola, KS is Paola Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paola, KS public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kansas public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 28% statewide average). Middle schools in Paola have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Paola, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paola Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
405 Hospital Drive
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8030
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-8030
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Paola, KS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Paola, KS include Paola Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Paola?
1 public middle schools are located in Paola.
What is the racial composition of students in Paola?
Paola public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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