Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, Paul Kinder Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul Kinder Middle School serves the northern part of Blue Springs, MO, covering an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Kinder Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Paul Kinder Middle School's student population of 919 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul Kinder Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Kinder Middle School is 0.58, 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
#517 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Black, and White
School Mascot
Grizzly
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Kinder Middle School's ranking?
Paul Kinder Middle School is ranked #517 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Paul Kinder Middle School often compared to?
Paul Kinder Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delta Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Paul Kinder Middle School?
919 students attend Paul Kinder Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Paul Kinder Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Kinder Middle School?
Paul Kinder Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Paul Kinder Middle School offer ?
Paul Kinder Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Kinder Middle School part of?
Paul Kinder Middle School is part of Blue Springs R-IV School District.
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