Serving 746 students in grades 6-8, Cherokee Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee 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
Cherokee Middle School's student population of 746 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Cherokee Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
78%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Middle School's ranking?
Cherokee Middle School is ranked #159 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Cherokee Middle School often compared to?
Cherokee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Middle School, Hickory Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Middle School?
746 students attend Cherokee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cherokee Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherokee Middle School?
Cherokee Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cherokee Middle School offer ?
Cherokee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherokee Middle School part of?
Cherokee Middle School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
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