Serving 363 students in grades 4-8, Halstead 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 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halstead Middle School's student population of 363 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
363 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Halstead 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 Halstead Middle School is 0.27, 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
#694 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
11%
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
85%
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
30%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Halstead Middle School's ranking?
Halstead Middle School is ranked #694 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Halstead Middle School often compared to?
Halstead Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hesston Middle School, Chisholm Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Halstead Middle School?
363 students attend Halstead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Halstead Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halstead Middle School?
Halstead Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Halstead Middle School offer ?
Halstead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Halstead Middle School part of?
Halstead Middle School is part of Halstead School District.
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