Serving 144 students in grades 4-6, Kanopolis 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanopolis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kanopolis Middle School's student population of 144 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Kanopolis 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 Kanopolis Middle School is 0.22, 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
#328 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Kanopolis Middle School's ranking?
Kanopolis Middle School is ranked #328 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Kanopolis Middle School?
144 students attend Kanopolis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kanopolis Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kanopolis Middle School?
Kanopolis Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kanopolis Middle School offer ?
Kanopolis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kanopolis Middle School part of?
Kanopolis Middle School is part of Ellsworth School District.
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