Serving 357 students in grades 5-8, Fair Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fair Grove Middle School's student population of 357 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fair Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fair Grove Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#584 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fair Grove Middle School's ranking?
Fair Grove Middle School is ranked #584 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Fair Grove Middle School?
357 students attend Fair Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Fair Grove Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fair Grove Middle School?
Fair Grove Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fair Grove Middle School offer ?
Fair Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Fair Grove Middle School part of?
Fair Grove Middle School is part of Fair Grove R-X School District.
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