Serving 835 students in grades 6-8, Raymore-peculiar East 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 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School's student population of 835 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raymore-peculiar East 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 Raymore-peculiar East Middle School is 0.54, 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
#866 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
65%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Raymore-peculiar East Middle School's ranking?
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School is ranked #866 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Raymore-peculiar East Middle School?
835 students attend Raymore-peculiar East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Raymore-peculiar East Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raymore-peculiar East Middle School?
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raymore-peculiar East Middle School offer ?
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Raymore-peculiar East Middle School part of?
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School is part of Raymore-Peculiar R-II School District.
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