Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Arkansas City 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 14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arkansas City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arkansas City Middle School's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Bullpups
School Rankings
Arkansas City 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 Arkansas City Middle School is 0.58, which is more 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
#1157 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bullpups
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arkansas City Middle School's ranking?
Arkansas City Middle School is ranked #1157 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Arkansas City Middle School?
669 students attend Arkansas City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Arkansas City Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arkansas City Middle School?
Arkansas City Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arkansas City Middle School offer ?
Arkansas City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arkansas City Middle School part of?
Arkansas City Middle School is part of Arkansas City School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2023
I loved every one of the teachers and I miss the fun times we all had the time i stayed there I wish I could move back but I can''t I miss you all I also miss my friends too and I miss Mrs. Shcerich Mrs. B and Mr stuert
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