Serving 68 students in grades 6-8, Leeton Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leeton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Leeton Middle School's student population of 68 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leeton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leeton Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#684 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
91%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leeton Middle School's ranking?
Leeton Middle School is ranked #684 out of 2,092 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Leeton Middle School?
68 students attend Leeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Leeton Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leeton Middle School?
Leeton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leeton Middle School offer ?
Leeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Leeton Middle School part of?
Leeton Middle School is part of Leeton R-X School District.
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