Serving 58 students in grades 6-8, St. Paul 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Paul Middle School serves the northern part of the Saint Paul, KS school district, covering an attendance area of approximately 75.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Paul Middle School's student population of 58 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
St. Paul Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Paul Middle School is 0.39, 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
#303 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-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 St. Paul Middle School's ranking?
St. Paul Middle School is ranked #303 out of 1,269 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend St. Paul Middle School?
58 students attend St. Paul Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of St. Paul Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Paul Middle School?
St. Paul Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Paul Middle School offer ?
St. Paul Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Paul Middle School part of?
St. Paul Middle School is part of Chetopa-St. Paul School District.
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