Serving 590 students in grades 6-8, D D Eisenhower 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 3% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
D D Eisenhower Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
D D Eisenhower Middle School's student population of 590 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
D D Eisenhower 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 D D Eisenhower Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1270 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
37%
21%
Black
30%
7%
White
12%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is D D Eisenhower Middle School's ranking?
D D Eisenhower Middle School is ranked #1270 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are D D Eisenhower Middle School often compared to?
D D Eisenhower Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead Middle School, Rosedale Middle School, Piper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend D D Eisenhower Middle School?
590 students attend D D Eisenhower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of D D Eisenhower Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of D D Eisenhower Middle School?
D D Eisenhower Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does D D Eisenhower Middle School offer ?
D D Eisenhower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is D D Eisenhower Middle School part of?
D D Eisenhower Middle School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is D D Eisenhower Middle School located?
D D Eisenhower Middle School is located in the Victory Hills neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 5 other public schools located in Victory Hills.
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