Best Dearborn Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 123 students in Dearborn, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in Dearborn, MO is North Platte Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dearborn, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Dearborn have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Dearborn, MO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Platte Jr. High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
212 W Sixth St
Dearborn, MO 64439
(816) 450-3350
Gr: 6-8 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Platte Valley Coop.
Special Education School
212 W Sixth St
Dearborn, MO 64439
(816) 450-8595
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Dearborn, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Dearborn, MO include North Platte Jr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Dearborn?
2 public middle schools are located in Dearborn.
What is the racial composition of students in Dearborn?
Dearborn public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).

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