Serving 501 students in grades 7-8, Maize South Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maize South Middle School serves the entire district in Wichita, KS, covering an area of approximately 45.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maize South Middle School's student population of 501 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maize South Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maize South Middle School is 0.49, which is less 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
#477 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
69%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Maverick
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize South Middle School's ranking?
Maize South Middle School is ranked #477 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Maize South Middle School often compared to?
Maize South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maize Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize South Middle School?
501 students attend Maize South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Maize South Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Maize South Middle School?
Maize South Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize South Middle School offer ?
Maize South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maize South Middle School part of?
Maize South Middle School is part of Maize School District.
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