Serving 782 students in grades 6-8, Salina South 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 28% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salina South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Salina South Middle School's student population of 782 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cougar
School Rankings
Salina South 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 Salina South Middle School is 0.61, 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
#823 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
34%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salina South Middle School's ranking?
Salina South Middle School is ranked #823 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Salina South Middle School often compared to?
Salina South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Salina South Middle School?
782 students attend Salina South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Salina South Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salina South Middle School?
Salina South Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salina South Middle School offer ?
Salina South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salina South Middle School part of?
Salina South Middle School is part of Salina School District.
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