Serving 193 students in grades 5-8, Maries Co. 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 25% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maries Co. Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bland, MO, covering approximately 232.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maries Co. Middle School's student population of 193 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Maries Co. 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 Maries Co. Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1519 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maries Co. Middle School's ranking?
Maries Co. Middle School is ranked #1519 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Maries Co. Middle School?
193 students attend Maries Co. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Maries Co. Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maries Co. Middle School?
Maries Co. Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Maries Co. Middle School offer ?
Maries Co. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maries Co. Middle School part of?
Maries Co. Middle School is part of Maries County R-II School District.
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