Serving 350 students in grades 6-8, Doniphan Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Doniphan Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Doniphan school district, covering approximately 297.6 square miles in and around Doniphan, MO. Parents typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching as far as 16.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Doniphan Middle School's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Doniphan Middle School 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 Doniphan Middle School 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
#1195 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
91%
67%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doniphan Middle School's ranking?
Doniphan Middle School is ranked #1195 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Doniphan Middle School?
350 students attend Doniphan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Doniphan Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doniphan Middle School?
Doniphan Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doniphan Middle School offer ?
Doniphan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doniphan Middle School part of?
Doniphan Middle School is part of Doniphan R-I School District.
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