Serving 200 students in grades 6-8, Caruthersville 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Caruthersville Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Caruthersville school district, covering approximately 10.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 2.6 miles and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caruthersville Middle School's student population of 200 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed To Excellence, Focused on Learning
School Rankings
Caruthersville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caruthersville Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1961 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caruthersville Middle School's ranking?
Caruthersville Middle School is ranked #1961 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Caruthersville Middle School?
200 students attend Caruthersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Caruthersville Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caruthersville Middle School?
Caruthersville Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Caruthersville Middle School offer ?
Caruthersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caruthersville Middle School part of?
Caruthersville Middle School is part of Caruthersville 18 School District.
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