Serving 697 students in grades 6-8, North Kirkwood Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Kirkwood Middle serves the northwest part of Saint Louis, MO, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Kirkwood 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
North Kirkwood Middle School's student population of 697 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
697 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
Average Class Size
24 students
School Motto
Engaged, Empowered, and Ready for Success
School Rankings
North Kirkwood 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 North Kirkwood Middle School is 0.32, 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
#87 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Kirkwood Middle School's ranking?
North Kirkwood Middle School is ranked #87 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are North Kirkwood Middle School often compared to?
North Kirkwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nipher Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend North Kirkwood Middle School?
697 students attend North Kirkwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Kirkwood Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Kirkwood Middle School?
North Kirkwood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Kirkwood Middle School offer ?
North Kirkwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Kirkwood Middle School part of?
North Kirkwood Middle School is part of Kirkwood R-VII School District.
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