Serving 689 students in grades 7-8, Northgate 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 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northgate Middle School's student population of 689 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northgate 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 Northgate Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1471 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
25%
15%
White
33%
67%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northgate Middle School's ranking?
Northgate Middle School is ranked #1471 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Northgate Middle School often compared to?
Northgate Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antioch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Northgate Middle School?
689 students attend Northgate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Northgate Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northgate Middle School?
Northgate Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northgate Middle School offer ?
Northgate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northgate Middle School part of?
Northgate Middle School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
In what neighborhood is Northgate Middle School located?
Northgate Middle School is located in the Antioch Acres neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Antioch Acres.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is Horrible. The teachers and staff DO NOT have our children's education in intrest. They simply hand our kids off. Self Deffense is understood. You should not be disiplined for protecting yourself. Overall, This school I WOULD NOT recomnd
5 10/10/2025
Wonderful school, great teachers, very pleased!
1 10/10/2025
Building is very outdated. Parts of the school look like they have-not been updated in many years. I have been there for a few concerts and sports events, and every time I am astonished by the state of the school.
1 10/10/2025
The building is terrible, there are holes in the ceiling and cracks in the ceiling and walls they try to cover up but fail. The school just looks like a bad 80s movie school.
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