Serving 520 students in grades 6-8, Bueker 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 22% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bueker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bueker Middle School's student population of 520 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Bueker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bueker Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1783 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
28%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
51%
68%
Hawaiian
8%
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bueker Middle School's ranking?
Bueker Middle School is ranked #1783 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bueker Middle School often compared to?
Bueker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Elementary School, Sweet Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bueker Middle School?
520 students attend Bueker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bueker Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bueker Middle School?
Bueker Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bueker Middle School offer ?
Bueker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bueker Middle School part of?
Bueker Middle School is part of Marshall School District.
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