Serving 173 students in grades 6-8, Sabetha Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sabetha Middle School serves the eastern part of its school district in Sabetha, KS, covering an area of approximately 256.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sabetha Middle School's student population of 173 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Sabetha 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 Sabetha Middle School is 0.13, 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
#438 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
93%
60%
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Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sabetha Middle School's ranking?
Sabetha Middle School is ranked #438 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Sabetha Middle School?
173 students attend Sabetha Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sabetha Middle School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sabetha Middle School?
Sabetha Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sabetha Middle School offer ?
Sabetha Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sabetha Middle School part of?
Sabetha Middle School is part of Prairie Hills School District.
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