Serving 276 students in grades 5-8, Jefferson West 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 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 13% 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: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson West Middle School's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson West 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 Jefferson West Middle School is 0.24, 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
#689 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson West Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson West Middle School is ranked #689 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Jefferson West Middle School?
276 students attend Jefferson West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jefferson West Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson West Middle School?
Jefferson West Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson West Middle School offer ?
Jefferson West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson West Middle School part of?
Jefferson West Middle School is part of Jefferson West School District.
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