Serving 1,033 students in grades 6-8, Ladue Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ladue Middle School's student population of 1,033 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,033 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ladue Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ladue Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
16%
15%
White
51%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladue Middle School's ranking?
Ladue Middle School is ranked #113 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ladue Middle School?
1,033 students attend Ladue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ladue Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ladue Middle School?
Ladue Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ladue Middle School offer ?
Ladue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ladue Middle School part of?
Ladue Middle School is part of Ladue School District.
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