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Best 63701 Missouri Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 839 students in 63701, MO.

The top-ranked public middle schools in 63701, MO are Nell Holcomb Elementary School and Central Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public middle schools in zipcode 63701 have an score of 30% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 63701, MO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.

Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).

Best 63701, MO Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Nell Holcomb Elementary School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
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Bottom 50%

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6547 State Hwy 177
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-3644

Gr: K-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Rank: #22.

Central Jr. High School

(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
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1910 Whitener St.
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 334-2923

Gr: 7-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 63701, MO?

The top-ranked public middle schools in 63701, MO include Nell Holcomb Elementary School and Central Jr. High School.

How many public middle schools are located in 63701?

2 public middle schools are located in 63701.

What is the racial composition of students in 63701?

63701 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).