North Middle School

4420 Vaile Ave
Florissant, MO 63034
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 702 students in grades 6-8, North Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 702 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : North Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Florissant, MO, covering an area of approximately 17.9 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to the furthest boundary.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Overview

North Middle School's student population of 702 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
A Culture of High Expectations and Excellence

School Rankings

North Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Middle School is 0.31, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1792 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

20%
40%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

28%
43%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

26%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Black
83%
15%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

White
6%
67%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
94%
0.31

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
31.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%

Showing 2015–2024. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Middle School's ranking?
North Middle School is ranked #1792 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend North Middle School?
702 students attend North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Middle School?
North Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Middle School offer ?
North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Middle School part of?
North Middle School is part of Hazelwood School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 702 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : North Middle serves the northern part of its school district in Florissant, MO, covering an area of approximately 17.9 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to the furthest boundary.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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