Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Blair Oaks Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blair Oaks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blair Oaks Middle School's student population of 286 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blair Oaks 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 Blair Oaks Middle School is 0.12, 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
#149 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Blair Oaks Middle School's ranking?
Blair Oaks Middle School is ranked #149 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Blair Oaks Middle School often compared to?
Blair Oaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phelps Co. Elementary School, St. Elizabeth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Blair Oaks Middle School?
286 students attend Blair Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Blair Oaks Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blair Oaks Middle School?
Blair Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blair Oaks Middle School offer ?
Blair Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Blair Oaks Middle School part of?
Blair Oaks Middle School is part of Blair Oaks R-II School District.
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