Serving 113 students in grades 5-8, South Central 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Central Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Protection, KS, encompassing approximately 859.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 29.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Central Middle School's student population of 113 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
South Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Central Middle School is 0.34, 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
#721 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central Middle School's ranking?
South Central Middle School is ranked #721 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend South Central Middle School?
113 students attend South Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Central Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Central Middle School?
South Central Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Central Middle School offer ?
South Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Central Middle School part of?
South Central Middle School is part of Comanche County School District.
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