Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Bolivar Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bolivar Middle School's student population of 615 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bolivar Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolivar Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
87%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolivar Middle School's ranking?
Bolivar Middle School is ranked #1036 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Bolivar Middle School?
615 students attend Bolivar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bolivar Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bolivar Middle School?
Bolivar Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bolivar Middle School offer ?
Bolivar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bolivar Middle School part of?
Bolivar Middle School is part of Bolivar R-I School District.
School Reviews
5 7/11/2022
I don''t agree with either of these reviews, I LOVE Bolivar schools! I''m currently in the school district as a student and I''ve had a fantastic experience with the classes, teachers, peers, staff, and administrators! They have all been nothing but kind, loving, and supportive. I''ve had super great teachers every year I have been in school since kindergarten. I''ve loved all my teachers and have had a great relationship with all of them! Anytime there is a problem of any kind I can go to my teachers about it and they will try their best to solve it if they are unable to solve the problem they go to the admin and they try to solve the problem. My opinion is the district is a great community. There is great support from the community for the schools. I have seen many hints that the community has done for the school because we love it and it is our place of learning! I''m proud to be a Bolivar liberator! And I hope you will be too. If you are reading these to decide if you want to move to Bolivar, I would recommend it, I love it here and wouldn''t change it if I could! If you reading these to decide if you want to move here everyone in our school and community would welcome you with open arms and be happy to have you in our liberator family!!
1 1/5/2021
My family is not a fan of this school. There are too many rules for everyone to follow. It doesn't matter if you take issues to their administration in the office-the teachers are always right. My kids were begging to be home schooled so they wouldn't have to deal with these people. These teachers should be inspiring our children instead of ridiculing them over nonsense.
5 10/8/2015
I think this school is a joke and if you are not a well to do member of this school AKA kids who's parents got money or a former star athlete you get picked on and singled out
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