Serving 193 students in grades 6-8, Cheney Middle School 6-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cheney Middle School 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cheney Middle School 6-8's student population of 193 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Minds, Connecting Hearts, Touching Lives
School Rankings
Cheney Middle School 6-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cheney Middle School 6-8 is 0.17, 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
#253 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
23%
White
91%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheney Middle School 6-8's ranking?
Cheney Middle School 6-8 is ranked #253 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Cheney Middle School 6-8?
193 students attend Cheney Middle School 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cheney Middle School 6-8 students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cheney Middle School 6-8?
Cheney Middle School 6-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cheney Middle School 6-8 offer ?
Cheney Middle School 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cheney Middle School 6-8 part of?
Cheney Middle School 6-8 is part of Cheney School District.
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