Serving 591 students in grades 6-7, Kearney Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kearney Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Kearney school district, covering approximately 98.1 square miles in Kearney, MO. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kearney Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kearney Middle School's student population of 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Kearney Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kearney Middle School is 0.22, 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
#339 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kearney Middle School's ranking?
Kearney Middle School is ranked #339 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Kearney Middle School often compared to?
Kearney Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Excelsior Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kearney Middle School?
591 students attend Kearney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kearney Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kearney Middle School?
Kearney Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kearney Middle School offer ?
Kearney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kearney Middle School part of?
Kearney Middle School is part of Kearney R-I School District.
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