For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 732 students in 64836, MO.
The top ranked public middle school in 64836, MO is Carthage Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 64836 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 64836, MO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 64836, MO Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carthage Jr. High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
827 E. Centennial
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7050
Carthage, MO 64836
(417) 359-7050
Gr: 7-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 64836, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 64836, MO include Carthage Jr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 64836?
1 public middle schools are located in 64836.
What is the racial composition of students in 64836?
64836 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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