Serving 752 students in grades 7-8, Westridge 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 18% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Westridge Middle School's student population of 752 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westridge 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 Westridge Middle School is 0.69, 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
#852 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
22%
Black
16%
7%
White
45%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westridge Middle School's ranking?
Westridge Middle School is ranked #852 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Westridge Middle School often compared to?
Westridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trailridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Westridge Middle School?
752 students attend Westridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Westridge Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westridge Middle School?
Westridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westridge Middle School offer ?
Westridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Westridge Middle School part of?
Westridge Middle School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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