Serving 881 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 42% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle serves the northwest part of Chesterfield, MO, covering an attendance area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
881 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.62, 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
#272 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #272 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School, Northeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
881 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Central Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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