Serving 832 students in grades 6-8, Derby North 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 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 832 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Derby North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Derby North Middle School's student population of 832 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
832 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Derby North 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 Derby North Middle School is 0.62, 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
#823 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
6%
7%
White
58%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Derby North Middle School's ranking?
Derby North Middle School is ranked #823 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Derby North Middle School often compared to?
Derby North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Derby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Derby North Middle School?
832 students attend Derby North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Derby North Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Derby North Middle School?
Derby North Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Derby North Middle School offer ?
Derby North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Derby North Middle School part of?
Derby North Middle School is part of Derby School District.
In what neighborhood is Derby North Middle School located?
Derby North Middle School is located in the Southwind neighborhood of Derby, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwind.
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