Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Leawood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leawood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Leawood Middle School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leawood Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leawood Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leawood Middle School's ranking?
Leawood Middle School is ranked #278 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Leawood Middle School often compared to?
Leawood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overland Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Leawood Middle School?
490 students attend Leawood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Leawood Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leawood Middle School?
Leawood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leawood Middle School offer ?
Leawood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leawood Middle School part of?
Leawood Middle School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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