Colby Middle School

Colby Public Schools
750 W Third St
Colby, KS 67701
293 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Colby Middle School, located in Colby, Kansas, serves as a central hub for academic and personal development for students in the region. As part of the Colby Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school readiness. The school places a strong emphasis on core academic excellence while encouraging students to explore their interests through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and enrichment programs designed to build well-rounded individuals.

Beyond the classroom, the school—represented by the "Eagles" mascot—promotes a sense of community pride and school spirit. By utilizing its resources and connection to the broader Colby community, the middle school strives to prepare its students for future success by developing critical thinking, responsibility, and social collaboration. Families and community members can stay connected with school events, academic calendars, and district resources through their official website, reflecting the school’s commitment to open communication and parental involvement.
293
Total Students
21.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    228 (77.8%)
  • Hispanic
    52 (17.7%)
  • Two or More
    9 (3.1%)
  • Asian
    3 (1.0%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Colby Public Schools
Phone: (785)460-5200
Website: http://www.colbyeagles.org
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 293
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 79
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 5 80
Grade 6 79
Grade 7 68
Grade 8 66
Gender Ratio