Serving 52 students in grades 6-8, Leeton 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leeton Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 73.8 square miles around Leeton, MO. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leeton Middle School's student population of 52 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leeton 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 Leeton Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1409 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Leeton Middle School's ranking?
Leeton Middle School is ranked #1409 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Leeton Middle School?
52 students attend Leeton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Leeton Middle School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leeton Middle School?
Leeton Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Leeton Middle School offer ?
Leeton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leeton Middle School part of?
Leeton Middle School is part of Leeton R-X School District.
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