Serving 351 students in grades 6-8, Busch Middle School Character Athletics 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 11% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Busch Middle School Character Athletics ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Busch Middle School Character Athletics's student population of 351 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Busch Middle School Character Athletics 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 Busch Middle School Character Athletics is 0.64, 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
#1930 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
54%
15%
White
20%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
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 Busch Middle School Character Athletics's ranking?
Busch Middle School Character Athletics is ranked #1930 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Busch Middle School Character Athletics often compared to?
Busch Middle School Character Athleticsis often viewed alongside schools like Carr Lane Vpa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Busch Middle School Character Athletics?
351 students attend Busch Middle School Character Athletics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Busch Middle School Character Athletics students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Busch Middle School Character Athletics?
Busch Middle School Character Athletics has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Busch Middle School Character Athletics offer ?
Busch Middle School Character Athletics offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Busch Middle School Character Athletics part of?
Busch Middle School Character Athletics is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Busch Middle School Character Athletics located?
Busch Middle School Character Athletics is located in the St Louis Hills neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in St Louis Hills.
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