Below Average
#1035 of 1,294 schools in KS
Carl B. Bruce Middle School
Middle School · Kansas City
2400 N 18th St, Kansas City, KS 66104
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#1,035 of 1,294
In Kansas City
#41 of 54
public schools
In district
#32 of 42
Kansas City
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Carl B. Bruce Middle School
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About Carl B. Bruce Middle School
Carl B. Bruce Middle School is a public middle school in Kansas City, KS, part of Kansas City. Carl B.
Bruce Middle School serves approximately 835 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carl B. Bruce Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,035 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Carl B. Bruce Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- KS avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Carl B. Bruce Middle School 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.
51% of students at Carl B. Bruce Middle School 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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Carl B. Bruce Middle School — Students at Carl B. Bruce Middle School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
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: 8.4/10.
How Carl B. Bruce Middle School Compares
See how Carl B. Bruce Middle School 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
2400 N 18th St, Kansas City, KS 66104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carl B. Bruce Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mark Twain Elem (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whittier Elem (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sumner Academy of Arts & Science (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Elem Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Bertram Caruthers Elem Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Mark Twain Elem Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Quindaro Elem Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Wyandotte High Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| School for Blind Elementary Kansas City | 1.2 mi | — |
| School for Blind High Kansas City | 1.2 mi | — |
| BISHOP WARD HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| McKinley Elementary School Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Bridges/Wyandot Academy Kansas City | 1.1 mi | — |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Douglass Elem Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Sumner Academy of Arts & Science Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| M E Pearson Elem Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Frances Willard Elem Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| West Park Elementary School Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Banneker Elem Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Grant Elem Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Eugene Ware Elem Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Whittier Elem Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,745
Median Home Value
$117,900
Median Rent
$996/mo
Population
26,820
College Educated
12.5%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pioneer Trail Middle School Olathe, KS | 4.8 |
| Derby Middle Sch Derby, KS | 4.7 |
| Curtis Middle School Wichita, KS | 4.6 |
| Hamilton Middle School Wichita, KS | 4.6 |
| Hocker Grove Middle Shawnee, KS | 5.0 |
| Horace J. Good Middle School Garden City, KS | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carl B. Bruce Middle School
What grades does Carl B. Bruce Middle School serve?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Carl B. Bruce Middle School?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 835 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carl B. Bruce Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carl B. Bruce Middle School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carl B. Bruce Middle School rank in KS?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School ranks #1,035 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Carl B. Bruce Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Carl B. Bruce Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carl B. Bruce Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carl B. Bruce Middle School a charter school?
No, Carl B. Bruce Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carl B. Bruce Middle School a Title I school?
No, Carl B. Bruce Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carl B. Bruce Middle School?
84.7% of students at Carl B. Bruce Middle School 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
- 835
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wyandotte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.1%
- Phone
- (913) 627-4000
Resources & Links
District
Kansas City- District Enrollment
- 21,132
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,613
- District Rank
- #32 of 42
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