Bowling Green Middle School

700 W Adams Street
Bowling Green, MO 63334
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 270 students in grades 6-8, Bowling Green 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 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 270 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 50% in MO
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bowling Green Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Bowling Green Middle School's student population of 270 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Empowering our students for life's endless opportunities

School Rankings

Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green Middle School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#645 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
48%
40%
49%
43%
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
86%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.25
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bowling Green Middle School's ranking?
Bowling Green Middle School is ranked #645 out of 2,076 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bowling Green Middle School?
270 students attend Bowling Green Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bowling Green Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowling Green Middle School?
Bowling Green Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bowling Green Middle School offer ?
Bowling Green Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowling Green Middle School part of?
Bowling Green Middle School is part of Bowling Green R-I School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 270 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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