Serving 542 students in grades 6-8, Jardine 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 19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jardine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jardine Middle School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jardine 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 Jardine Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1031 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
30%
21%
Black
18%
7%
White
38%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jardine Middle School's ranking?
Jardine Middle School is ranked #1031 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Jardine Middle School often compared to?
Jardine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Middle School, Marjorie French Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Jardine Middle School?
542 students attend Jardine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Jardine Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jardine Middle School?
Jardine Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jardine Middle School offer ?
Jardine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jardine Middle School part of?
Jardine Middle School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Jardine Middle School located?
Jardine Middle School is located in the South And Southeast 1 neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in South And Southeast 1.
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