Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Congress Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Congress Middle serves the northeast part of Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 26.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Congress Middle School's student population of 601 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Congress Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Congress Middle School is 0.58, 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
#746 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
14%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Congress Middle School's ranking?
Congress Middle School is ranked #746 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Congress Middle School often compared to?
Congress Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plaza Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Congress Middle School?
601 students attend Congress Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Congress Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Congress Middle School?
Congress Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Congress Middle School offer ?
Congress Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Congress Middle School part of?
Congress Middle School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Congress Middle School located?
Congress Middle School is located in the Park Forest neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Park Forest.
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