Serving 135 students in grades 5-8, Oakley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Oakley Middle School's student population of 135 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Oakley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakley Middle School is 0.20, which is less 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
#964 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
8%
23%
White
89%
60%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakley Middle School's ranking?
Oakley Middle School is ranked #964 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Oakley Middle School?
135 students attend Oakley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Oakley Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakley Middle School?
Oakley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakley Middle School offer ?
Oakley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakley Middle School part of?
Oakley Middle School is part of Oakley School District.
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