Serving 169 students in grades 6-8, Kingston Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower 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 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kingston Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cadet, MO, covering approximately 88.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingston Middle School's student population of 169 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Kingston 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 Kingston Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1344 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2003–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
98%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingston Middle School's ranking?
Kingston Middle School is ranked #1344 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?
25-29% 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 Kingston Middle School?
169 students attend Kingston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kingston Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingston Middle School?
Kingston Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kingston Middle School offer ?
Kingston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingston Middle School part of?
Kingston Middle School is part of Kingston K-14 School District.
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