Serving 295 students in grades 6-8, Atchison 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 17% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atchison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Atchison Middle School's student population of 295 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atchison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atchison Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1045 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
11%
7%
White
70%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atchison Middle School's ranking?
Atchison Middle School is ranked #1045 out of 1,280 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Atchison Middle School?
295 students attend Atchison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Atchison Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atchison Middle School?
Atchison Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Atchison Middle School offer ?
Atchison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Atchison Middle School part of?
Atchison Middle School is part of Atchison School District.
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