Serving 394 students in grades 5-8, California Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: California Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in California, MO, covering approximately 120.4 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to its edges and a maximum reach of 8.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
California Middle School's student population of 394 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Equipping today’s children for tomorrow’s challenges
School Rankings
California Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California Middle School is 0.29, 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
#515 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
15%
9%
White
83%
67%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Middle School's ranking?
California Middle School is ranked #515 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend California Middle School?
394 students attend California Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of California Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of California Middle School?
California Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does California Middle School offer ?
California Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is California Middle School part of?
California Middle School is part of Moniteau County R-I School District.
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