Serving 423 students in grades 5-8, Rock Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rock Creek Middle School's student population of 423 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rock Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Creek Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
1%
6%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Creek Middle School's ranking?
Rock Creek Middle School is ranked #353 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Rock Creek Middle School?
423 students attend Rock Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rock Creek Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Creek Middle School?
Rock Creek Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Creek Middle School offer ?
Rock Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Rock Creek Middle School part of?
Rock Creek Middle School is part of Rock Creek School District.
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