Hancock Place Middle School

243 W Ripa Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63125
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 266 students in grades 6-8, Hancock Place 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 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 266 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : Hancock Place Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint Louis, MO, covering approximately 2.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 1.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hancock Place Middle School's student population of 266 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
2025

School Rankings

Hancock Place 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 Hancock Place Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1382 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

43%
40%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

28%
43%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
2%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
11%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Black
23%
15%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

White
52%
67%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
12%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
48%
0.66

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
37.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
15%
7%

Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hancock Place Middle School's ranking?
Hancock Place Middle School is ranked #1382 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hancock Place Middle School?
266 students attend Hancock Place Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hancock Place Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock Place Middle School?
Hancock Place Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hancock Place Middle School offer ?
Hancock Place Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock Place Middle School part of?
Hancock Place Middle School is part of Hancock Place School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 266 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : Hancock Place Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint Louis, MO, covering approximately 2.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 1.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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