At a glance
Reported students
585
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
41.31
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kansas middle enrollment
74th percentile
Compared with 221 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
513.5
Turner Middle School: 585 reported students.
State peer staffing position
80th percentile
14.2:1 reported; state peer median 12.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 587
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
What the reported data says about Turner Middle School
Turner Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Kansas City. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Turner-Kansas City. NCES reports 585 students for 2024–25.
Among 221 middle schools in Kansas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 404 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 74th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.2:1, above the Kansas median of 12.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (51.5%) and White (26.2%). English learners represent 11.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Turner Middle School
- 1How do the reported 14.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 41.31 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 15%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 82.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White26.2%
- Hispanic51.5%
- Black14.9%
- Asian2.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Turner-Kansas City
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Turner Sixth Grade Academy
Middle · Grades 06–06
299 reported students
Turner Elem
Elementary · Grades PK–06
560 reported students
Oak Grove Elem
Elementary · Grades PK–05
532 reported students
Midland Trail
Elementary · Grades PK–05
495 reported students
Junction Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
234 reported students
Turner High
High · Grades 09–12
1,147 reported students
Public schools near Turner Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turner Sixth Grade Academy Middle · Turner-Kansas City | 06–06 | 299 | 2.1 mi |
| Argentine Middle Middle · Kansas City | 06–08 | 519 | 2.8 mi |
| Hocker Grove Middle Middle · Shawnee Mission Pub Sch | 07–08 | 714 | 3.6 mi |
| Gloria Willis Middle School Middle · Kansas City | 06–08 | 737 | 3.6 mi |
| Central Middle Middle · Kansas City | 06–08 | 687 | 4.1 mi |
| Arrowhead Middle Middle · Kansas City | 06–08 | 412 | 4.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Turner Middle School
What grades does Turner Middle School serve?
Turner Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Turner-Kansas City.
How many students attend Turner Middle School?
Turner Middle School reported 585 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 74th percentile among 221 Kansas middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 587 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Turner Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 14.2:1, based on 585 students and 41.31 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kansas median for the same school level is 12.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Turner Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Turner Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Turner-Kansas City attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Turner Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
82.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Turner Middle School in?
Turner Middle School is part of Turner-Kansas City, based in Kansas City, KS, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Turner Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Turner Sixth Grade Academy (2.1 mi), Argentine Middle (2.8 mi), Hocker Grove Middle (3.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.