Serving 443 students in grades 6-8, Prairie Star Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Star Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Star Middle School's student population of 443 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prairie Star Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Star Middle 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
#151 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
2%
7%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Star Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Star Middle School is ranked #151 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Prairie Star Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Star Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Prairie Star Middle School?
443 students attend Prairie Star Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Prairie Star Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairie Star Middle School?
Prairie Star Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Star Middle School offer ?
Prairie Star Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Prairie Star Middle School part of?
Prairie Star Middle School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Star Middle School located?
Prairie Star Middle School is located in the Mission Prairie neighborhood of Overland Park, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Prairie.
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