Serving 424 students in grades 5-8, Mountain Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain Grove Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 268.6 square miles in Mountain Grove, MO. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain Grove Middle School's student population of 424 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Grove Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#617 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Grove Middle School's ranking?
Mountain Grove Middle School is ranked #617 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mountain Grove Middle School?
424 students attend Mountain Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mountain Grove Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Grove Middle School?
Mountain Grove Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mountain Grove Middle School offer ?
Mountain Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Grove Middle School part of?
Mountain Grove Middle School is part of Mountain Grove R-III School District.
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