Serving 1,043 students in grades 6-8, Bernard C. Campbell 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 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernard C. Campbell Middle serves the northern part of Lees Summit, MO, covering an attendance area of approximately 54.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernard C. Campbell Middle School's student population of 1,043 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,043 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Rankings
Bernard C. Campbell Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernard C. Campbell Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#916 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
20%
15%
White
56%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernard C. Campbell Middle School's ranking?
Bernard C. Campbell Middle School is ranked #916 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bernard C. Campbell Middle School often compared to?
Bernard C. Campbell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fire Prairie Middle School, Summit Lakes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bernard C. Campbell Middle School?
1,043 students attend Bernard C. Campbell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bernard C. Campbell Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernard C. Campbell Middle School?
Bernard C. Campbell Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bernard C. Campbell Middle School offer ?
Bernard C. Campbell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bernard C. Campbell Middle School part of?
Bernard C. Campbell Middle School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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