What grades does McPherson Middle School serve?

As a Middle school, McPherson Middle School serves students in McPherson, KS. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is McPherson Middle School located?

You can find McPherson Middle School in McPherson, KS.

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

At McPherson Middle School, there are approximately 13.1 students for every teacher.

What schools are in McPherson, KS?

McPherson Middle School is among the schools serving McPherson, KS. The school is part of the local school system.

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McPherson Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

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McPherson, KS 67460

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Fri

No School -- Collaboration DayEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

No School--Flexible Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Parent Teacher Conferences (per building)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

No School--Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

No School - Professional Development DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Dec

Fri

End of First SemesterEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

470

Student:Teacher

13.1:1

Locale

Town

District

McPherson

Econ. Disadvantaged

44.3%

Phone

(620)241-9450

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

27%

33th percentile in KS

Math Proficiency

21%

40th percentile in KS

Chronic Absenteeism

15.6%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

21 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1

Near average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

540

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

37.58

100% fully certified

Counselors

1.5

Psychologists

0.60000002

Social Workers

1.22

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,861

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$12,497

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,569

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 45%Local 44%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$218,419

+3.5% 1yr+28.8% 5yr

McPherson, KS metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.4%

Below 150% poverty line

2.0%

Unemployment rate

6.6%

Uninsured residents

7.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

457

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

392

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

83%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

152 (39%)

Other Health Impairment

50 (13%)

Speech/Language Impairment

41 (10%)

Autism

36 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

8 (2%)

Intellectual Disability

5 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

474

Current enrollment

Declining(-16% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Sep 18, 2026

No School -- Collaboration Day

Event

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

No School--Flexible Teacher Workday

Staff Day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Parent Teacher Conferences (per building)

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in McPherson. McPherson Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School--Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	No School -- Collaboration DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	No School--Flexible Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Parent Teacher Conferences (per building)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School--Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	No School - Professional Development DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of First SemesterDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School--Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	No School - Flexible Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School--Collaboration DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School--Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	No School--Flexible Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Parent Teacher Conferences (per building)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	No School--Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	No School -- Collaboration DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	Last Day for Pre-KindergartenDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	No School--All Schools DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Sat, May 15, 2027	MHS GraduationDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Last Day of School -- 12:30 dismissalDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	No School-- 1/2 Flexible Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—