Serving 523 students in grades 6-8, Fort Riley 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 35% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Riley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fort Riley Middle School's student population of 523 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Riley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Riley Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
12%
7%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Riley Middle School's ranking?
Fort Riley Middle School is ranked #528 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Fort Riley Middle School?
523 students attend Fort Riley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Fort Riley Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Riley Middle School?
Fort Riley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Riley Middle School offer ?
Fort Riley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Riley Middle School part of?
Fort Riley Middle School is part of Geary County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Riley Middle School located?
Fort Riley Middle School is located in the Custer Hill neighborhood of Fort Riley, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Custer Hill.
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