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#848 of 1,294 schools in KS

Piper Middle

Middle School · Piper-Kansas City

4420 North 107 Street, Kansas City, KS 66109

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

688

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

688

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#848 of 1,294

In Kansas City

#30 of 54

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Piper-Kansas City

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About Piper Middle

Piper Middle is a public middle school in Kansas City, KS, part of Piper-Kansas City. Piper Middle serves approximately 688 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Piper Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #848 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Piper Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with KS schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
KS avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.0Average40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-4.34 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics6.3Average35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency41.5% (2025 KAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency48.5% (2025 KAP)

Overall Proficiency45% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)

vs. Expected-6.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile47th

Resources & Environment6.1Average25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,730

Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Piper Middle — Students at Piper Middle score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 53.9% (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

89%

ELA

94%

2010

Math

94%

ELA

96%

2011

Math

93%

ELA

96%

2012

Math

89%

ELA

96%

2014

Math

33%

ELA

48%

2015

Math

32%

ELA

44%

2016

Math

31%

ELA

37%

2017

Math

37%

ELA

37%

2018

Math

40%

ELA

37%

2019

Math

40%

ELA

37%

2020*

Math

26%

ELA

33%

2021*

Math

26%

ELA

33%

2022

Math

35%

ELA

33%

2025

Math

41.5%

ELA

48.6%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Piper Middle Compares

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

Overall Score

5.7/10

35th percentile in KS

Academic

6.3/10

Average

Growth

5.0/10

Average

Environment

6.1/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

29%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

49 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

16.1%

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

4420 North 107 Street, Kansas City, KS 66109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Piper Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lansing Middle 6-8 (rated 5.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Lansing), with a very similar rating. Another option is Arrowhead Middle (rated 4.9/10, 4.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, D D Eisenhower Middle (rated 4.2/10, 5.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Piper High Kansas City	0.2 mi	817	3.9
Piper Prairie Elementary Kansas City	2.1 mi	659	7.5
Piper Creek Elementary Kansas City	3.1 mi	610	7.4
Lowell Brune Elementary School Kansas City	3.4 mi	462	7.1
ST PATRICKS SCHOOL Kansas City	4.0 mi	292	7.4
Alfred Fairfax Academy Kansas City	3.8 mi	72	5.2
Delaware Ridge Elementary Kansas City	4.1 mi	378	4.8
Claude A Huyck Elem Kansas City	4.4 mi	283	7.0
Arrowhead Middle Kansas City	4.5 mi	428	4.9
500 Reach Kansas City	4.7 mi	188	2.7
Stony Point North Kansas City	5.2 mi	301	6.2
Washington High Kansas City	4.7 mi	1,190	3.6
John F Kennedy Elem Kansas City	5.0 mi	417	5.7
D D Eisenhower Middle Kansas City	5.0 mi	581	4.2
Lansing Middle 6-8 Lansing	6.2 mi	603	5.9
Stony Point South Kansas City	6.2 mi	251	6.6
Edwardsville Elem Edwardsville	6.9 mi	339	7.9
Hazel Grove Elem Kansas City	5.8 mi	531	5.3
Lansing High 9-12 Lansing	6.3 mi	876	5.1
Lansing Elementary School Lansing	7.0 mi	695	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 66109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,830

Median Home Value

$255,500

Median Rent

$1,626/mo

Population

27,715

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

37.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School Goddard, KS	584	5.7
Maize Middle School Maize, KS	671	5.7
Mulvane Middle School Mulvane, KS	428	5.7
Hays Middle School Hays, KS	731	5.8
Pioneer Ridge Middle School Gardner, KS	570	5.8
Wheatridge Middle School Gardner, KS	525	5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Piper Middle

What grades does Piper Middle serve?

Piper Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Piper Middle?

Piper Middle has an enrollment of approximately 688 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Piper Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Piper Middle is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Piper Middle rank in KS?

Piper Middle ranks #848 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Piper Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Piper Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Piper Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Piper Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Piper Middle a charter school?

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

Is Piper Middle a Title I school?

No, Piper Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

28.5% of students at Piper 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.