Serving 150 students in grades 6-8, Fordland 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fordland Middle serves the entire Fordland, MO school district, encompassing an area of 82.8 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located approximately 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fordland Middle School's student population of 150 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Fordland 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 Fordland Middle School is 0.13, 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
#836 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fordland Middle School's ranking?
Fordland Middle School is ranked #836 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Fordland Middle School?
150 students attend Fordland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Fordland Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fordland Middle School?
Fordland Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fordland Middle School offer ?
Fordland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fordland Middle School part of?
Fordland Middle School is part of Fordland R-III School District.
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