Serving 817 students in grades 6-8, Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School's student population of 817 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School is 0.49, 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
#289 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
70%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 is Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School's ranking?
Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School is ranked #289 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School?
817 students attend Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School?
Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School offer ?
Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School part of?
Dr. Bernard J. Dubray Middle School is part of Fort Zumwalt School District.
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