Salina South Middle

Salina
2015 Simmons
Salina, KS 67401
782 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Salina South Middle School, located at 2015 Simmons in Salina, Kansas, is a key component of the Salina Public Schools (USD 305) district. The school serves students in grades 6–8, providing a structured academic environment focused on the developmental needs of early adolescents. As part of a larger district-wide commitment to education, Salina South emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies with opportunities for elective exploration and personal growth.

Beyond academics, the school actively promotes a sense of community through various extracurricular activities, sports, and student organizations. By utilizing the resources of the USD 305 district, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school by fostering critical thinking, digital literacy, and collaborative skills. Families interested in specific school programs, district policies, or upcoming events can access further details via the official website at [http://usd305.com/southmiddle](http://usd305.com/southmiddle).
782
Total Students
58.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    405 (51.8%)
  • Hispanic
    261 (33.4%)
  • Two or More
    76 (9.7%)
  • Asian
    23 (2.9%)
  • Black
    16 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: Salina
Phone: (785)309-3900
Website: http://www.305southmiddle.com
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 782
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 382
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 98

* 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 6 258
Grade 7 256
Grade 8 268
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Lakewood Middle School
Salina
647 Students
1135 Lakewood Cir
Salina, KS 67401 (2.8 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th