Serving 422 students in grades 7-8, Chisholm 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 10% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisholm Middle School's student population of 422 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chisholm 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 Chisholm Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1135 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
59%
60%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisholm Middle School's ranking?
Chisholm Middle School is ranked #1135 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Chisholm Middle School often compared to?
Chisholm Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hesston Middle School, Halstead Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Chisholm Middle School?
422 students attend Chisholm Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chisholm Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisholm Middle School?
Chisholm Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisholm Middle School offer ?
Chisholm Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chisholm Middle School part of?
Chisholm Middle School is part of Newton School District.
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