Serving 375 students in grades 7-8, 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 5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle School serves the southwest part of Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 38.8 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive and an average distance of about 4 miles to the school's edges, extending up to 7.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 375 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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 0.54, 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
#2021 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
9%
Black
64%
15%
White
6%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
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 #2021 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
375 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Central Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
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