For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 293 students in Centralia, MO.
The top ranked public middle school in Centralia, MO is Chester Boren Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Centralia, MO public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Centralia have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Centralia, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chester Boren Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
110 N Jefferson
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2617
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2617
Grades: 6-8
| 293 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Centralia, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in Centralia, MO include Chester Boren Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Centralia?
1 public middle schools are located in Centralia.
What is the racial composition of students in Centralia?
Centralia public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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