Serving 462 students in grades 6-8, Marjorie French Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marjorie French Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marjorie French Middle School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marjorie French 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 Marjorie French Middle School is 0.71, 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
#745 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
14%
7%
White
42%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Marjorie French Middle School's ranking?
Marjorie French Middle School is ranked #745 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Marjorie French Middle School often compared to?
Marjorie French Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Marjorie French Middle School?
462 students attend Marjorie French Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Marjorie French Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marjorie French Middle School?
Marjorie French Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marjorie French Middle School offer ?
Marjorie French Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marjorie French Middle School part of?
Marjorie French Middle School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Marjorie French Middle School located?
Marjorie French Middle School is located in the Southwest Topeka neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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