Below Average

#1089 of 1,294 schools in KS

Winfield Middle School

Middle School · Winfield

130 Viking Blvd., Winfield, KS 67156

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kansas schools

#1,089 of 1,294

In Winfield

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Winfield

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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About Winfield Middle School

Winfield Middle School is a public middle school in Winfield, KS, part of Winfield. Winfield Middle School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Winfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,089 of 1,294 schools in KS.

Structured state assessment records for Winfield Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below KS schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
KS avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Winfield 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 Progress2.3Needs Improvement40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-5.14 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics3.6Needs Improvement35%

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

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Math Proficiency21.8% (2025 KAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency31.4% (2025 KAP)

Overall Proficiency27% (2025 KAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 KAP)

vs. Expected-10.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile17th

Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$22,915

Chronic Absenteeism30.2%

Winfield Middle School — Students at Winfield Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KS KAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 44.8% (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

85%

ELA

91%

2010

Math

87%

ELA

92%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

91%

2012

Math

91%

ELA

89%

2014

Math

40%

ELA

27%

2015

Math

31%

ELA

33%

2016

Math

34%

ELA

34%

2017

Math

30%

ELA

32%

2018

Math

28%

ELA

34%

2019

Math

28%

ELA

34%

2020*

Math

16%

ELA

29%

2021*

Math

16%

ELA

29%

2022

Math

16%

ELA

22%

2025

Math

21.8%

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: 2.3/10.

How Winfield Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score

4.6/10

16th percentile in KS

Academic

3.6/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

2.3/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

9.5/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

59%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

40 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

30.2%

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

130 Viking Blvd., Winfield, KS 67156

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winfield Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Udall Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Udall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arkansas City Middle Sch (rated 3.2/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Arkansas City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Winfield, see our Winfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Winfield High Winfield	0.1 mi	664	3.8
Whittier Elem Winfield	1.0 mi	259	7.2
Irving Elem Winfield	1.1 mi	251	5.0
Lowell Elem Winfield	1.8 mi	210	7.2
Country View Elem Winfield	4.9 mi	135	5.0
C 4 Elem Arkansas City	12.4 mi	113	4.9
Jefferson Elem Arkansas City	12.2 mi	282	4.6
Arkansas City Middle Sch Arkansas City	12.3 mi	669	3.2
Arkansas City High Arkansas City	12.2 mi	866	2.4
ARK CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Arkansas City	12.4 mi	70	6.3
Adams Elem Arkansas City	12.8 mi	296	4.5
Roosevelt Elem Arkansas City	13.2 mi	218	4.4
Oxford Jr/Sr High Oxford	11.0 mi	206	5.4
Oxford Online Virtual School Oxford	11.0 mi	52	4.1
Oxford Elem Oxford	11.0 mi	206	8.2
Frances Willard Elem Arkansas City	13.4 mi	275	2.1
Udall High Udall	12.6 mi	100	5.9
Udall Middle School Udall	12.6 mi	77	8.7
Udall Elem Udall	12.6 mi	125	6.1
Udall Virtual School Udall	12.6 mi	2	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67156 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,299

Median Home Value

$137,700

Median Rent

$789/mo

Population

14,183

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winfield Middle School

What grades does Winfield Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Winfield Middle School?

Winfield Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Winfield Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winfield Middle School rank in KS?

Winfield Middle School ranks #1,089 of 1,294 schools in KS.

What is Winfield Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Winfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Winfield Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winfield Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Winfield Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Winfield Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

59.4% of students at Winfield 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.