Serving 235 students in grades 8, East Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Middle School's student population of 235 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
East Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East 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
#1877 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
94%
15%
White
3%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 East Middle School's ranking?
East Middle School is ranked #1877 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend East Middle School?
235 students attend East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of East Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Middle School?
East Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Middle School offer ?
East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is East Middle School part of?
East Middle School is part of Hazelwood School District.
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