Serving 821 students in grades 6-8, Troy South 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 40% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Troy South Middle School's student population of 821 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Troy South Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy South Middle School is 0.21, 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
#999 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
89%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy South Middle School's ranking?
Troy South Middle School is ranked #999 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Troy South Middle School often compared to?
Troy South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Troy South Middle School?
821 students attend Troy South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Troy South Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Troy South Middle School?
Troy South Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Troy South Middle School offer ?
Troy South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Troy South Middle School part of?
Troy South Middle School is part of Troy R-III School District.
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