Serving 835 students in grades 6-8, Carl B. Bruce Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl B. Bruce Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carl B. Bruce Middle School's student population of 835 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Carl B. Bruce Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl B. Bruce Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1275 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
67%
22%
Black
25%
7%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl B. Bruce Middle School's ranking?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School is ranked #1275 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Carl B. Bruce Middle School often compared to?
Carl B. Bruce Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Carl B. Bruce Middle School?
835 students attend Carl B. Bruce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Carl B. Bruce Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl B. Bruce Middle School?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carl B. Bruce Middle School offer ?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl B. Bruce Middle School part of?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Carl B. Bruce Middle School located?
Carl B. Bruce Middle School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwest.
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