Serving 480 students in grades 6-8, Marjorie French 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 31% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marjorie French Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marjorie French Middle School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marjorie French 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 Marjorie French Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#756 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
23%
Black
15%
7%
White
43%
60%
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marjorie French Middle School's ranking?
Marjorie French Middle School is ranked #756 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Marjorie French Middle School often compared to?
Marjorie French Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Marjorie French Middle School?
480 students attend Marjorie French Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Marjorie French Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marjorie French Middle School?
Marjorie French Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marjorie French Middle School offer ?
Marjorie French Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marjorie French Middle School part of?
Marjorie French Middle School is part of Topeka School District.
In what neighborhood is Marjorie French Middle School located?
Marjorie French Middle School is located in the Southwest Topeka neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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