Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Fort Riley Middle 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 36% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Riley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Riley Middle School's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Riley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Riley Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#538 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
23%
Black
13%
7%
White
48%
60%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Riley Middle School's ranking?
Fort Riley Middle School is ranked #538 out of 1,269 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Fort Riley Middle School?
541 students attend Fort Riley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Fort Riley Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Riley Middle School?
Fort Riley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Riley Middle School offer ?
Fort Riley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Riley Middle School part of?
Fort Riley Middle School is part of Geary County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Fort Riley Middle School located?
Fort Riley Middle School is located in the Custer Hill neighborhood of Fort Riley, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Custer Hill.
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