Middle Schools in Maize

The Maize school district in Kansas is home to four middle schools that serve students in grades 5-8. These schools, including Maize Middle School, Maize Intermediate School, Maize South Middle School, and Maize South Intermediate School, have a strong overall performance, with several standout institutions that consistently rank among the top middle schools in the state.

Maize South Middle School is a standout, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking 51st out of 363 Kansas middle schools in the 2024-2025 school year. This school boasts impressive academic performance, with over 50% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grades. Similarly, Maize South Intermediate School also stands out, with test scores that exceed the district and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

While the district as a whole performs well, with all four middle schools earning 4-star ratings, the data also reveals some areas for potential improvement. Chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 19.5% across all schools, are on the higher side and could be addressed. Additionally, the moderate free/reduced lunch rates, indicating varying levels of economic need among the student populations, suggest the need for tailored support and resources to ensure equitable access to educational opportunities for all students in the Maize school district.