Serving 1,008 students in grades 4-6, Poplar Bluff Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poplar Bluff Middle School's student population of 1,008 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poplar Bluff 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 Poplar Bluff Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1130 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
11%
15%
White
78%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplar Bluff Middle School's ranking?
Poplar Bluff Middle School is ranked #1130 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Poplar Bluff Middle School often compared to?
Poplar Bluff Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neelyville Elementary School, Fisk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Poplar Bluff Middle School?
1,008 students attend Poplar Bluff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Poplar Bluff Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poplar Bluff Middle School?
Poplar Bluff Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Poplar Bluff Middle School offer ?
Poplar Bluff Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Poplar Bluff Middle School part of?
Poplar Bluff Middle School is part of Poplar Bluff R-I School District.
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