Serving 704 students in grades 6-8, Pattonville Heights 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 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pattonville Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pattonville Heights Middle School's student population of 704 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Pattonville Heights Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pattonville Heights Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1283 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
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
3%
2%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
36%
15%
White
36%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Pattonville Heights Middle School's ranking?
Pattonville Heights Middle School is ranked #1283 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pattonville Heights Middle School often compared to?
Pattonville Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pattonville Heights Middle School?
704 students attend Pattonville Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Pattonville Heights Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pattonville Heights Middle School?
Pattonville Heights Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pattonville Heights Middle School offer ?
Pattonville Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pattonville Heights Middle School part of?
Pattonville Heights Middle School is part of Pattonville R-III School District.
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