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Eisenhower Middle School

Middle School · Liberal

PO Box 949, Liberal, KS 67905

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#693 of 1,294

In Liberal

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Liberal

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Eisenhower Middle School

6.3/10

Middle School in Liberal · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.1/10

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About Eisenhower Middle School

Eisenhower Middle School is a public middle school in Liberal, KS, part of Liberal. Eisenhower Middle School serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Eisenhower Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #693 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Eisenhower Middle School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • KS avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Eisenhower 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.08 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.3% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.2% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,351
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Eisenhower Middle School — Students at Eisenhower Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 13.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.2% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
16%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
10%
2025
Math
16.3%
ELA
21.9%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Eisenhower Middle School Compares

See how Eisenhower Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in KS
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 949, Liberal, KS 67905

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eisenhower Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kismet Elem (rated 9.8/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Kismet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moscow Elem (rated 8.8/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Moscow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberal, see our Liberal schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MacArthur Elementary School Liberal 0.4 mi 3.1
Cottonwood Elementary School Liberal 0.9 mi 2.6
Liberal Sr High Liberal 1.4 mi 2.8
Meadowlark Elementary School Liberal 1.7 mi 6.8
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST SCHOOL Liberal 2.3 mi 8.0
Sunflower Elementary School Liberal 2.7 mi 4.8
Prairie View Elementary School Liberal 2.8 mi 7.2
Seymour Rogers Middle School Liberal 2.8 mi 6.5
TYRONE ES Tyrone 10.0 mi 5.5
TYRONE HS Tyrone 10.0 mi 7.0
TURPIN ES Turpin 14.1 mi 5.0
TURPIN HS Turpin 14.1 mi 5.4
Kismet Elem Kismet 16.5 mi 9.8
HOOKER HS Hooker 20.4 mi 7.4
Southwestern Heights Jr/Sr High Kismet 19.9 mi 5.0
HOOKER ES Hooker 20.5 mi 6.1
Moscow High Moscow 23.0 mi 6.8
Moscow Elem Moscow 23.0 mi 8.8
Satanta Elem Satanta 25.9 mi 5.7
Satanta Jr-Sr High Satanta 26.2 mi 6.4

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Mill Creek Middle School Lenexa, KS 6.4
Pleasant Valley Middle School Wichita, KS 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eisenhower Middle School

What grades does Eisenhower Middle School serve?

Eisenhower Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Eisenhower Middle School?

Eisenhower Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eisenhower Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eisenhower Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eisenhower Middle School rank in KS?

Eisenhower Middle School ranks #693 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Eisenhower Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eisenhower Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Eisenhower Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eisenhower Middle School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Eisenhower Middle School a charter school?

No, Eisenhower Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eisenhower Middle School a Title I school?

No, Eisenhower Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eisenhower Middle School?

82.9% of students at Eisenhower 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Seward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

Liberal
District Enrollment
4,676
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,351
District Rank
#4 of 8

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