Serving 756 students in grades 7-8, Indian Woods Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Woods Middle School's student population of 756 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Woods Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Woods Middle School is 0.54, 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
#419 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
9%
7%
White
65%
62%
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
31%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Woods Middle School's ranking?
Indian Woods Middle School is ranked #419 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Indian Woods Middle School often compared to?
Indian Woods Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overland Trail Middle School, Westridge Middle School, Leawood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Indian Woods Middle School?
756 students attend Indian Woods Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Indian Woods Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Woods Middle School?
Indian Woods Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Woods Middle School offer ?
Indian Woods Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Indian Woods Middle School part of?
Indian Woods Middle School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Woods Middle School located?
Indian Woods Middle School is located in the Nall Hills neighborhood of Overland Park, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Nall Hills.
School Reviews
3 2/28/2020
Great teachers, horrid administration.
5 2/25/2017
Although I am concerned about the direction Kansas schools are presently taking, I have been extremely impressed with the greatly qualified and caring teachers and administration, and hence, exemplary quality of education provided at Indian Woods. My child has had some wonderful opportunities in extracurricular activities, and I'm sure that if the State budget was not squeezing them monetarily, they would choose to have even more. Though limited to some degree by demographics, the school itself celebrates diversity and has been very accepting of my child.
2 12/28/2015
The school environment is not diverse enough, poor math ed, bullying.
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