Serving 673 students in grades 6-8, Plaza Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (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 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plaza Middle School's student population of 673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing collaborative, self-motivated, life-long learners.
School Rankings
Plaza Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plaza Middle School is 0.64, 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
#682 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
17%
15%
White
56%
67%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plaza Middle School's ranking?
Plaza Middle School is ranked #682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Plaza Middle School often compared to?
Plaza Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Congress Middle School, New Mark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% 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 Plaza Middle School?
673 students attend Plaza Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Plaza Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plaza Middle School?
Plaza Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plaza Middle School offer ?
Plaza Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plaza Middle School part of?
Plaza Middle School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Plaza Middle School located?
Plaza Middle School is located in the Linden Park neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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