Serving 899 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 899 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#204 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
17%
15%
White
53%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
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 Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #204 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School, Northeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
899 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Central Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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