Serving 246 students in grades 6-8, Danby-rush Tower 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 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Danby-Rush Tower Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Festus school district, covering approximately 55 square miles. Typically, families within this zone can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Danby-rush Tower Middle School's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Danby-rush Tower 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 Danby-rush Tower Middle School is 0.15, 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
#719 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Danby-rush Tower Middle School's ranking?
Danby-rush Tower Middle School is ranked #719 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Danby-rush Tower Middle School often compared to?
Danby-rush Tower Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Festus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Danby-rush Tower Middle School?
246 students attend Danby-rush Tower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Danby-rush Tower Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Danby-rush Tower Middle School?
Danby-rush Tower Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Danby-rush Tower Middle School offer ?
Danby-rush Tower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Danby-rush Tower Middle School part of?
Danby-rush Tower Middle School is part of Jefferson County R-VII School District.
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