Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, Rosedale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosedale Middle School's student population of 508 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Rosedale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rosedale Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1236 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
66%
22%
Black
20%
7%
White
9%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Rosedale Middle School's ranking?
Rosedale Middle School is ranked #1236 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Rosedale Middle School often compared to?
Rosedale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like D D Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Rosedale Middle School?
508 students attend Rosedale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Rosedale Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosedale Middle School?
Rosedale Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rosedale Middle School offer ?
Rosedale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosedale Middle School part of?
Rosedale Middle School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosedale Middle School located?
Rosedale Middle School is located in the Rosedale neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Rosedale.
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