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Girard Middle

Summary:

Girard Middle is a public middle school in Girard, Kansas, serving 230 students in grades 6-8. The school is part of the Girard District, which is ranked 20 out of 266 districts in the state and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Girard Middle's test scores in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are generally below the state averages, with some exceptions. For example, the school's 6th grade ELA proficiency rate was 35.58% in 2023-2024, compared to the state average of 33.54%. However, the school's overall ELA proficiency rate of 28.7% was lower than the state's 33.55%. Girard Middle also has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 44.34% to 51.87% over the past few years, suggesting a higher proportion of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds. The school's spending per student was $9,095 in the 2018-2019 school year, which is lower than the nearby schools.

When compared to nearby schools, Girard Middle generally performs worse on test scores, with the exception of Southeast Middle School, which has significantly lower proficiency rates across all subjects and grade levels. St. Paul Middle School, located about 17 miles away, consistently outperforms Girard Middle on test scores and has a higher percentage of students proficient in ELA and Math. Girard Middle's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, with a high of 80th in 2022-2023 and a low of 275th in 2016-2017, suggesting some instability in its performance.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 415 North Summit
       Girard, KS  66743

(620) 724-4114

District: Girard

SchoolDigger Rank:
126th of 362 Kansas Middle Schools


Students who attend Girard Middle usually attend:

High:    Girard High

Feeder schools for Girard Middle:

Elementary:    R V Haderlein Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  15.6 Help
Number of students:  230

Racial breakdown:

White:
89.6%
Two or more races:
5.7%
Hispanic:
3.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  47% Help


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Compare Details Girard Middle ranks better than 65.2% of middle schools in Kansas. (See more...)
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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Girard Middle:

SchoolDigger ranks Girard Middle 126th of 362 Kansas public middle schools. (See Girard Middle in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Girard:

SchoolDigger ranks Girard 20th of 266 Kansas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Girard Middle

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Rank History for all students at Girard Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 62.21 93rd 277 66.4%
2007 72.84 50th 286 82.5%
2008 49.54 171st 296 42.2%
2009 52.02 171st 307 44.3%
2010 40.92 231st 316 26.9%
2011 72.57 59th 320 81.6%
2012 67.63 100th 342 70.8%
2013 68.83 105th 355 70.4%
2015 47.96 176th 368 52.2%
2016 31.49 250th 343 27.1%
2017 29.68 275th 358 23.2%
2018 40.11 202nd 350 42.3%
2019 52.51 150th 368 59.2%
2021 59.05 115th 367 68.7%
2022 53.65 131st 368 64.4%
2023 66.30 80th 362 77.9%
2024 54.20 126th 362 65.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Girard Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 64.13 35th 157 77.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Girard Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 51.52 98th 255 61.6%
2019 55.52 91st 270 66.3%
2021 65.32 55th 275 80.0%
2022 56.33 81st 270 70.0%
2023 62.83 65th 300 78.3%
2024 41.28 167th 296 43.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Girard Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 43.04 155th 275 43.6%
2019 52.77 123rd 294 58.2%
2021 59.02 92nd 313 70.6%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Girard Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 64.13 35th 157 77.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Girard Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.75 176th 280 37.1%
2019 48.97 137th 301 54.5%
2021 58.12 96th 308 68.8%
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Rank History for White students at Girard Middle

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools KS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 36.00 219th 333 34.2%
2019 48.61 160th 344 53.5%
2021 53.41 130th 349 62.8%
2022 53.55 123rd 349 64.8%
2023 63.23 89th 349 74.5%
2024 51.35 139th 347 59.9%
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Data source: test scores: Kansas State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Kansas State Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Girard Middle

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 264 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 265
1989 270 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 271
1990 250 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 252
1991 241 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 243
1992 260 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 260
1993 284 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 284
1994 296 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1995 296 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1996 296 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1997 293 2 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1998 270 2 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 275
1999 270 3 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 273
2000 269 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 270
2001 262 3 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 265
2002 237 5 2 3 1 n/a n/a 0 248
2003 237 5 2 3 1 n/a n/a 0 248
2004 220 4 3 2 0 n/a n/a 0 229
2005 224 5 3 1 0 n/a n/a 0 233
2006 225 6 1 1 1 n/a n/a 0 234
2007 241 6 0 2 2 n/a n/a 0 251
2008 230 7 0 4 2 n/a n/a 0 243
2009 238 5 1 4 2 n/a n/a 0 250
2010 214 3 0 6 9 0 8 0 240
2011 204 6 0 9 3 0 10 0 232
2012 216 8 1 8 2 0 7 0 242
2013 220 8 1 9 0 0 5 0 243
2014 223 6 1 6 0 0 2 0 238
2015 189 5 0 11 2 1 6 0 214
2016 195 4 0 15 2 1 8 0 225
2017 211 4 0 14 1 0 12 0 242
2018 231 3 1 17 0 0 13 0 265
2019 235 3 1 18 1 0 10 0 268
2020 197 6 0 14 0 0 8 0 225
2021 189 4 1 15 1 0 11 0 221
2022 180 5 2 14 2 0 11 0 214
2023 206 0 1 7 3 0 13 0 230

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Girard Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 265 11.0 24.0 0
1989 271 10.0 27.1 n/a
1990 252 10.9 23.1 0
1991 243 11.9 20.4 n/a
1992 260 10.9 23.8 30.8
1993 284 11.9 23.9 26.8
1994 296 11.9 24.9 25
1995 296 13.0 22.8 28.7
1996 296 13.0 22.8 28.7
1997 296 13.3 22.3 30.4
1998 275 13.3 20.7 29.5
1999 273 13.3 20.5 26.4
2000 270 13.3 20.3 28.1
2001 265 13.3 19.9 26
2002 248 12.7 19.5 47.2
2003 248 12.7 19.5 47.2
2004 229 14.1 16.2 38.9
2005 233 14.1 16.5 35.6
2006 234 14.1 16.6 38.9
2007 251 16.1 15.6 39
2008 243 14.1 17.2 43.6
2009 250 14.4 17.4 46
2010 240 15.6 15.3 52.5
2011 232 15.3 15.1 53
2012 242 16.3 14.8 51.2
2013 243 16.6 14.6 48.1
2014 238 16.9 14.0 49.6
2015 214 17.0 12.5 47.2
2016 225 16.0 14.0 48
2017 242 13.7 17.6 44.2
2018 265 14.1 18.7 41.1
2019 268 14.5 18.4 45.5
2020 225 14.9 15.1 44.4
2021 221 14.7 15.0 44.3
2022 214 14.7 14.5 51.9
2023 230 14.7 15.6 47

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Girard Middle

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 265 11.0 24.0 0
1989 271 10.0 27.1 n/a
1990 252 10.9 23.1 0
1991 243 11.9 20.4 n/a
1992 260 10.9 23.8 30.8
1993 284 11.9 23.9 26.8
1994 296 11.9 24.9 25
1995 296 13.0 22.8 28.7
1996 296 13.0 22.8 28.7
1997 296 13.3 22.3 30.4
1998 275 13.3 20.7 29.5
1999 273 13.3 20.5 26.4
2000 270 13.3 20.3 28.1
2001 265 13.3 19.9 26
2002 248 12.7 19.5 47.2
2003 248 12.7 19.5 47.2
2004 229 14.1 16.2 38.9
2005 233 14.1 16.5 35.6
2006 234 14.1 16.6 38.9
2007 251 16.1 15.6 39
2008 243 14.1 17.2 43.6
2009 250 14.4 17.4 46
2010 240 15.6 15.3 52.5
2011 232 15.3 15.1 53
2012 242 16.3 14.8 51.2
2013 243 16.6 14.6 48.1
2014 238 16.9 14.0 49.6
2015 214 17.0 12.5 47.2
2016 225 16.0 14.0 48
2017 242 13.7 17.6 44.2
2018 265 14.1 18.7 41.1
2019 268 14.5 18.4 45.5
2020 225 14.9 15.1 44.4
2021 221 14.7 15.0 44.3
2022 214 14.7 14.5 51.9
2023 230 14.7 15.6 47

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Girard Middle

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $340 (3.7%) $8,755 (96.3%) $9,095

Data source: Kansas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Girard Middle

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 150th of 368 Middle schoolsRanks 80th of 362 Middle schools
 18.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Girard Middle)36.735.9
 0.8%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Girard)36.735.9
 0.8%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Kansas)38.433.7
 4.7%
6th Grade Mathematics (Girard Middle)12.224
 11.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Girard)12.224
 11.8%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Kansas)31.929.9
 2%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Girard Middle)33.851.5
 17.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Girard)33.851.5
 17.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Kansas)31.831.7
 0%
7th Grade Mathematics (Girard Middle)31.641.2
 9.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Girard)31.641.2
 9.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Kansas)27.927.5
 0.4%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Girard Middle)33.724.4
 9.3%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Girard)33.724.4
 9.3%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Kansas)25.220.8
 4.4%
8th Grade Mathematics (Girard Middle)21.328.2
 6.9%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Girard)21.328.2
 6.9%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Kansas)25.922.8
 3.1%
8th Grade Science (Girard Middle)37.232
 5.2%
   8th Grade Science (Girard)37.232
 5.2%
   8th Grade Science (Kansas)30.722.7
 8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students268230
 14.2%
African American30
 100%
American Indian13
 200%
Asian11
Hispanic187
 61.1%
Pacific Islander00
White235206
 12.3%
Two or More Races1013
 30%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients45.5%47%
 1.4%

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Girard Middle ranks 126th of 362 Kansas middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 230 students attended Girard Middle.

Students who attend Girard Middle usually go on to attend Girard High

Students at Girard Middle are 90% White, 6% Two or more races, 3% Hispanic, 1% American Indian.


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