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Junction City Middle School

Middle School · Geary County Schools

700 Wildcat Lane, Junction City, KS 66441

Enrollment

909

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#807 of 1,294

In Junction City

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#13 of 15

Geary County Schools

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Junction City Middle School

5.9/10

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

Junction City SR High

4.3/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.7/10

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About Junction City Middle School

Junction City Middle School is a public middle school in Junction City, KS, part of Geary County Schools. Junction City Middle School serves approximately 909 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Junction City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #807 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Junction City Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • KS avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Junction City 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2025 KAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.4% (2025 KAP)
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment6.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,847
Chronic Absenteeism30.4%

Junction City Middle School — Students at Junction City Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
21%
2025
Math
36.9%
ELA
31.3%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Junction City Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in KS
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

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

700 Wildcat Lane, Junction City, KS 66441

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Junction City Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fort Riley Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Fort Riley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chapman Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Chapman), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Junction City, see our Junction City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Junction City Sr High Junction City 0.5 mi 4.3
Spring Valley Elementary Junction City 1.4 mi 7.7
Eisenhower Elem Junction City 1.7 mi 6.4
Westwood Elem Junction City 1.8 mi 8.7
Lincoln Elem Junction City 1.8 mi 7.3
Sheridan Elem Junction City 2.5 mi 7.9
ST XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Junction City 2.7 mi 8.9
Washington Elem Junction City 2.7 mi 5.5
Fort Riley Elem Fort Riley 3.6 mi 8.1
LTG Richard J. Seitz Elementary Ft. Riley 3.5 mi 7.4
Ware Elem Fort Riley 5.1 mi 6.9
Grandview Elem Junction City 4.5 mi 8.5
Fort Riley Middle School Fort Riley 6.1 mi 8.0
Morris Hill Elem Fort Riley 6.3 mi 7.8
Chapman Middle School Chapman 8.3 mi 5.7
Milford Elem Milford 10.4 mi 8.7
Chapman Elem Chapman 8.4 mi 6.4
Chapman High Chapman 8.7 mi 8.5
Ogden Elem Ogden 11.0 mi 6.0
Blue Ridge Elem Chapman 12.0 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 66441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,876

Median Home Value

$161,100

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

25,654

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

50.4%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

28.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Junction City Middle School

What grades does Junction City Middle School serve?

Junction City Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Junction City Middle School?

Junction City Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 909 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Junction City Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Junction City Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Junction City Middle School rank in KS?

Junction City Middle School ranks #807 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Junction City Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Junction City Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Junction City Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Junction City Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Junction City Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Junction City Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

62.6% of students at Junction City 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
909
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Geary County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

District

Geary County Schools
District Enrollment
7,331
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,847
District Rank
#13 of 15

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