Below Average
#1026 of 1,294 schools in KS
Mead Middle School
Middle School · Wichita
2601 E Skinner, Wichita, KS 67211
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kansas schools
#1,026 of 1,294
In Wichita
#43 of 97
public schools
In district
#36 of 86
Wichita
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Mead Middle School
Middle School in Wichita · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mead Middle School
Mead Middle School is a public middle school in Wichita, KS, part of Wichita. Mead Middle School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mead Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,026 of 1,294 schools in KS.
Structured state assessment records for Mead Middle School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- KS avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mead 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.
64% of students at Mead 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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Mead Middle School — Students at Mead Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
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: 7.8/10.
How Mead Middle School Compares
See how Mead 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
2601 E Skinner, Wichita, KS 67211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mead Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wells Alternative Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hamilton Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Curtis Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wichita, see our Wichita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chisholm Life Skills Center Wichita | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Linwood Elementary Wichita | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY Wichita | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Sowers Alternative High School Wichita | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Griffith Elem Wichita | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Gardiner Elem Wichita | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Jardine Technology Middle Magnet Wichita | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Colvin Elem Wichita | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Anderson Elem Wichita | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Allen Elem Wichita | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| East High Wichita | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Jefferson Elem Wichita | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Hamilton Middle School Wichita | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Harry Street Elem Wichita | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| College Hill Elem Wichita | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Wells Alternative Middle School Wichita | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Caldwell Elem Wichita | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Curtis Middle School Wichita | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Washington Accelerated Learning Elem Wichita | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Education Imagine Academy Wichita | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,003
Median Home Value
$99,100
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
18,691
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
26%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arrowhead Middle Kansas City, KS | 4.9 |
| Ottawa Middle School Ottawa, KS | 4.9 |
| Tonganoxie Middle School Tonganoxie, KS | 4.9 |
| Great Bend Middle School Great Bend, KS | 5.0 |
| Horace J. Good Middle School Garden City, KS | 5.0 |
| Pioneer Trail Middle School Olathe, KS | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mead Middle School
What grades does Mead Middle School serve?
Mead Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mead Middle School?
Mead Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mead Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mead Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mead Middle School rank in KS?
Mead Middle School ranks #1,026 of 1,294 schools in KS.
What is Mead Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mead Middle School 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 Mead Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mead Middle School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mead Middle School a charter school?
No, Mead Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mead Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mead Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mead Middle School?
94.2% of students at Mead 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sedgwick County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.0%
- Phone
- (316) 973-8500
Resources & Links
District
Wichita- District Enrollment
- 46,516
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,783
- District Rank
- #36 of 86
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