Serving 651 students in grades 6-8, Nipher Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nipher Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nipher Middle School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Nipher Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nipher Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
76%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nipher Middle School's ranking?
Nipher Middle School is ranked #97 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Nipher Middle School often compared to?
Nipher Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Kirkwood Middle School, Hixson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Nipher Middle School?
651 students attend Nipher Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Nipher Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nipher Middle School?
Nipher Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nipher Middle School offer ?
Nipher Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nipher Middle School part of?
Nipher Middle School is part of Kirkwood R-VII School District.
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