Serving 276 students in grades 6-8, Central 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 15% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New Madrid, MO, encompassing approximately 469.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edges of the zone reaching up to 22.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 276 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1829 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 20-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 #1829 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sikeston Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
276 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Central Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower 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 New Madrid County R-I School District.
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