Serving 454 students in grades 5-6, Maize South Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maize South Intermediate School's student population of 454 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
454 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Maize South Intermediate 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 Maize South Intermediate 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
#425 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%

Hispanic
16%
22%

Black
2%
7%

White
70%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Maize South Intermediate School's ranking?
Maize South Intermediate School is ranked #425 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize South Intermediate School?
454 students attend Maize South Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Maize South Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maize South Intermediate School?
Maize South Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize South Intermediate School offer ?
Maize South Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Maize South Intermediate School part of?
Maize South Intermediate School is part of Maize School District.
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