Serving 731 students in grades 7-8, Pioneer Ridge 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 24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pioneer Ridge Middle School's student population of 731 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer Ridge 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 Pioneer Ridge Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1659 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
16%
15%
White
51%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Ridge Middle School is ranked #1659 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pioneer Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Pioneer Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bingham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Ridge Middle School?
731 students attend Pioneer Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pioneer Ridge Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Ridge Middle School?
Pioneer Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pioneer Ridge Middle School offer ?
Pioneer Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Ridge Middle School part of?
Pioneer Ridge Middle School is part of Independence 30 School District.
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