Serving 72 students in grades 7-8, Ellinwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellinwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ellinwood Middle School's student population of 72 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Ellinwood Public Schools educates students to become self-actualized citizens who promote growth to society.
School Rankings
Ellinwood 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 Ellinwood Middle School is 0.19, 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
#780 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellinwood Middle School's ranking?
Ellinwood Middle School is ranked #780 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Ellinwood Middle School often compared to?
Ellinwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoisington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Ellinwood Middle School?
72 students attend Ellinwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ellinwood Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellinwood Middle School?
Ellinwood Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellinwood Middle School offer ?
Ellinwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellinwood Middle School part of?
Ellinwood Middle School is part of Ellinwood School District.
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