Serving 381 students in grades 6-8, Knob Noster 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 44% (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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Knob Noster Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, located in Knob Noster, MO, covering approximately 117.2 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 9.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knob Noster Middle School's student population of 381 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Rankings
Knob Noster 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 Knob Noster Middle School is 0.38, 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
#746 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Knob Noster Middle School's ranking?
Knob Noster Middle School is ranked #746 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Knob Noster Middle School often compared to?
Knob Noster Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 Knob Noster Middle School?
381 students attend Knob Noster Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Knob Noster Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knob Noster Middle School?
Knob Noster Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Knob Noster Middle School offer ?
Knob Noster Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knob Noster Middle School part of?
Knob Noster Middle School is part of Knob Noster R-VIII School District.
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