Serving 268 students in grades 5-8, Hesston Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hesston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hesston Middle School's student population of 268 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Hesston 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 Hesston Middle School is 0.30, 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
#311 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hesston Middle School's ranking?
Hesston Middle School is ranked #311 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Hesston Middle School often compared to?
Hesston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Halstead Middle School, Chisholm Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Hesston Middle School?
268 students attend Hesston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hesston Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hesston Middle School?
Hesston Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hesston Middle School offer ?
Hesston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hesston Middle School part of?
Hesston Middle School is part of Hesston School District.
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