For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 302 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 52% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), 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 and Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Centralia, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Boren Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 N Jefferson
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2617
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2617
Gr: 6-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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 and Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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