Serving 301 students in grades 6-8, Oak Grove 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 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Grove Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Oak Grove school district, encompassing approximately 45 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone edge and a maximum reach of 7.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Grove Middle School's student population of 301 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove 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
#1144 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
82%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Middle School's ranking?
Oak Grove Middle School is ranked #1144 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Middle School?
301 students attend Oak Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Oak Grove Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove Middle School?
Oak Grove Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Middle School offer ?
Oak Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove Middle School part of?
Oak Grove Middle School is part of Oak Grove R-VI School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I believe you get what you want out of this district if you know someone. For example rules are bent for certain people or the heads are turned if it is an administrators child. But watch it come loose if you are just a regular Joe walking around. Small town politics and one day it will all catch up in a way that will damage the integrity of the school .
1 10/10/2025
I was horrified at the front desk service. As an alumni, I was not allowed entry into the building to deliver a Christmas card. I understand security precautions, but I was agreeable and flexible with options of how to enter to their satisfaction and was still turned away. That is a very heartless and unappreciative way to treat your past students and I was totally appalled. Can''t say I miss the Middle School at all, because in every aspect of anything you try to do they are like this. I was incredibly disappointed. I had this crazy idea that your original schools are like family. I guess I was wrong. (They do this kind of thing the right way over at the high school). I will never forget this treatment.
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