Serving 284 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bowling Green Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bowling Green school district, covering approximately 374.9 square miles. The average drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 17.4 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bowling Green Middle School's student population of 284 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 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 0.30, which is less 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
#645 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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?
284 students attend Bowling Green Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Bowling Green Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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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