Summary:
There is only one middle school located in Tonganoxie, Kansas - Tonganoxie Middle School. While the school has a decent overall ranking of 161 out of 362 Kansas middle schools for the 2023-2024 school year, its performance on key metrics like test scores and student-teacher ratio is somewhat below the state averages.
Tonganoxie Middle School's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics are generally lower than the state averages, with the exception of 7th grade ELA which is slightly higher. The school's science proficiency rate for 8th grade is on par with the state average. However, the school's overall ELA, Math, and Science proficiency rates have declined from 2022-2023 to 2023-2024, which is concerning and may indicate a need for the school to re-evaluate its instructional strategies and support for students. Additionally, the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, with 32.57% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2022-2023.
On a positive note, Tonganoxie Middle School has a student-teacher ratio of 14.4, which is slightly better than the state average. This could be a positive factor in providing more individualized attention and support for students. Overall, while the school has some areas of strength, it faces challenges in improving its academic performance, particularly in ELA and Mathematics, and may need to focus on addressing the needs of its economically disadvantaged student population.
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