Serving 629 students in grades 6-8, Piper 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 26% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piper Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Piper Middle School's student population of 629 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piper Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piper Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#687 out of 1264 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
16%
6%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piper Middle School's ranking?
Piper Middle School is ranked #687 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Piper Middle School often compared to?
Piper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead Middle School, D D Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Piper Middle School?
629 students attend Piper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Piper Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piper Middle School?
Piper Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Piper Middle School offer ?
Piper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Piper Middle School part of?
Piper Middle School is part of Piper-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Piper Middle School located?
Piper Middle School is located in the I 435 West KC KS neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in I 435 West KC KS.
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