Serving 730 students in grades 7-8, Bingham 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 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bingham Middle serves the northeast part of Independence, MO, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Most students typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bingham Middle School's student population of 730 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Positive, safe environment that promotes academic and interpersonal skills for success in the global society.
School Rankings
Bingham Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bingham Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1712 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
16%
15%
White
50%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bingham Middle School's ranking?
Bingham Middle School is ranked #1712 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bingham Middle School often compared to?
Bingham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bingham Middle School?
730 students attend Bingham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bingham Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bingham Middle School?
Bingham Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bingham Middle School offer ?
Bingham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bingham Middle School part of?
Bingham Middle School is part of Independence 30 School District.
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