Serving 174 students in grades 6-8, Galena 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galena Middle School's student population of 174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Galena Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galena Middle School is 0.36, 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
#570 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Galena Middle School's ranking?
Galena Middle School is ranked #570 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Galena Middle School often compared to?
Galena Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverton Middle School, Spring Grove Primary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Galena Middle School?
174 students attend Galena Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Galena Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galena Middle School?
Galena Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galena Middle School offer ?
Galena Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galena Middle School part of?
Galena Middle School is part of Galena School District.
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