Serving 900 students in grades 7-8, Russell Hawkins Jr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than 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 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School's student population of 900 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Russell Hawkins Jr. High 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 Russell Hawkins Jr. High School is 0.15, 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
#863 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
92%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Hawkins Jr. High School's ranking?
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School is ranked #863 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?
46% 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 Russell Hawkins Jr. High School?
900 students attend Russell Hawkins Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Russell Hawkins Jr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russell Hawkins Jr. High School?
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Russell Hawkins Jr. High School offer ?
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Russell Hawkins Jr. High School part of?
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School is part of Jackson R-II School District.
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