Serving 273 students in grades 3-5, Centralia Intermediate 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 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centralia Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Centralia school district, covering approximately 203.2 square miles. This area is situated in Centralia, MO, and typically requires a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centralia Intermediate's student population of 273 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
Centralia Intermediate 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 Centralia Intermediate is 0.17, 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
#1094 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
91%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centralia Intermediate's ranking?
Centralia Intermediate is ranked #1094 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Centralia Intermediate often compared to?
Centralia Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Chance Elementary School, Hallsville Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Centralia Intermediate?
273 students attend Centralia Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Centralia Intermediate students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centralia Intermediate?
Centralia Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Centralia Intermediate offer ?
Centralia Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centralia Intermediate part of?
Centralia Intermediate is part of Centralia R-VI School District.
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