Serving 651 students in grades 5-6, Maize Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maize Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Maize Intermediate School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
651 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Maize Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maize Intermediate School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#606 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Maize School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maize Intermediate School's ranking?
Maize Intermediate School is ranked #606 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Maize Intermediate School?
651 students attend Maize Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Maize Intermediate School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maize Intermediate School?
Maize Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maize Intermediate School offer ?
Maize Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Maize Intermediate School part of?
Maize Intermediate School is part of Maize School District.
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