Serving 982 students in grades 6-8, Hixson Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hixson Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district in Saint Louis, MO, encompassing approximately 8.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with most students living within 1.8 miles of the school, and the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hixson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hixson Middle School's student population of 982 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
982 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Hixson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hixson Middle School is 0.37, 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
#187 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
9%
15%
White
79%
67%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hixson Middle School's ranking?
Hixson Middle School is ranked #187 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hixson Middle School often compared to?
Hixson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nipher Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hixson Middle School?
982 students attend Hixson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hixson Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hixson Middle School?
Hixson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hixson Middle School offer ?
Hixson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hixson Middle School part of?
Hixson Middle School is part of Webster Groves School District.
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