Serving 316 students in grades 7-8, John A. Evans 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 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John A. Evans Middle's attendance zone is located in Potosi, MO, covering an area of approximately 290.5 square miles, which encompasses the entire school district. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 10.6 miles to the zone edge, and the furthest edge being 20.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
John A. Evans Middle School's student population of 316 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing Hope to Each and Every Student to Reach Their Full Potential!
School Rankings
John A. Evans 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 John A. Evans Middle School is 0.10, 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
#653 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
7%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 John A. Evans Middle School's ranking?
John A. Evans Middle School is ranked #653 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend John A. Evans Middle School?
316 students attend John A. Evans Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of John A. Evans Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John A. Evans Middle School?
John A. Evans Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does John A. Evans Middle School offer ?
John A. Evans Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John A. Evans Middle School part of?
John A. Evans Middle School is part of Potosi R-III School District.
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