Serving 105 students in grades 4-8, Kirbyville 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirbyville Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Kirbyville, MO school district and encompasses approximately 53.2 square miles, with most areas within a typical 10-15 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 5.1 miles, reaching a maximum of 11.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirbyville Middle School's student population of 105 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Kirbyville 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 Kirbyville Middle School is 0.28, 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
#783 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirbyville Middle School's ranking?
Kirbyville Middle School is ranked #783 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Kirbyville Middle School?
105 students attend Kirbyville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Kirbyville Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirbyville Middle School?
Kirbyville Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kirbyville Middle School offer ?
Kirbyville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirbyville Middle School part of?
Kirbyville Middle School is part of Kirbyville R-VI School District.
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