Below Average
#1016 of 1,294 schools in KS
Arrowhead Middle
Middle School · Kansas City
1715 N 82nd Street, Kansas City, KS 66112
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#1,016 of 1,294
In Kansas City
#39 of 54
public schools
In district
#31 of 42
Kansas City
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Arrowhead Middle
Arrowhead Middle is a public middle school in Kansas City, KS, part of Kansas City. Arrowhead Middle serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Arrowhead Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,016 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Arrowhead Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- KS avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Arrowhead Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
43% of students at Arrowhead Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Arrowhead Middle — Students at Arrowhead Middle score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Arrowhead Middle Compares
See how Arrowhead Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1715 N 82nd Street, Kansas City, KS 66112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arrowhead Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Turner Sixth Grade Academy (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Piper Middle (rated 5.7/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gloria Willis Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Claude A Huyck Elem Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| 500 Reach Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Alfred Fairfax Academy Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Stony Point North Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Lowell Brune Elementary School Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| John F Kennedy Elem Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Washington High Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| D D Eisenhower Middle Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Stony Point South Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PATRICKS SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Hazel Grove Elem Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Gloria Willis Middle School Kansas City | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Turner Sixth Grade Academy Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| F L Schlagle High Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Lindbergh Elem Kansas City | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Welborn Elem Kansas City | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Piper High Kansas City | 4.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Piper Middle Kansas City | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Edwardsville Elem Edwardsville | 4.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,824
Median Home Value
$186,300
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
12,968
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mead Middle School Wichita, KS | 4.9 |
| Ottawa Middle School Ottawa, KS | 4.9 |
| Parsons Middle School Parsons, KS | 4.9 |
| Tonganoxie Middle School Tonganoxie, KS | 4.9 |
| Great Bend Middle School Great Bend, KS | 5.0 |
| Circle Middle School Benton, KS | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arrowhead Middle
What grades does Arrowhead Middle serve?
Arrowhead Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Arrowhead Middle?
Arrowhead Middle has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arrowhead Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Arrowhead Middle is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arrowhead Middle rank in KS?
Arrowhead Middle ranks #1,016 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Arrowhead Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Arrowhead Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arrowhead Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arrowhead Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Arrowhead Middle a charter school?
No, Arrowhead Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arrowhead Middle a Title I school?
No, Arrowhead Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arrowhead Middle?
76.9% of students at Arrowhead Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wyandotte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.8%
- Phone
- (913) 627-6600
Resources & Links
District
Kansas City- District Enrollment
- 21,132
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,613
- District Rank
- #31 of 42
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