Serving 517 students in grades 5-8, Wheatridge Middle School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheatridge Middle School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Wheatridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheatridge Middle School is 0.45, 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
#631 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
6%
7%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheatridge Middle School's ranking?
Wheatridge Middle School is ranked #631 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Wheatridge Middle School often compared to?
Wheatridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gardner Elementary School, Gardner Edgerton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Wheatridge Middle School?
517 students attend Wheatridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wheatridge Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheatridge Middle School?
Wheatridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheatridge Middle School offer ?
Wheatridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheatridge Middle School part of?
Wheatridge Middle School is part of Gardner Edgerton School District.
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