Serving 133 students in grades 6-8, Cole Co. R-i Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cole Co. R-i Middle School's student population of 133 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cole Co. R-i Middle School is 0.10, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
95%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cole Co. R-i Middle School?
133 students attend Cole Co. R-i Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Cole Co. R-i Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cole Co. R-i Middle School?
Cole Co. R-i Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cole Co. R-i Middle School offer ?
Cole Co. R-i Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cole Co. R-i Middle School part of?
Cole Co. R-i Middle School is part of Cole County R-I School District.
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