Serving 134 students in grades 6-8, Putnam Co. 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Putnam Co. Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 507.4 square miles in Unionville, MO. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Putnam Co. Middle School's student population of 134 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Putnam Co. 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 Putnam Co. Middle School is 0.10, which is less 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
#964 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
95%
67%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Putnam Co. Middle School's ranking?
Putnam Co. Middle School is ranked #964 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Putnam Co. Middle School?
134 students attend Putnam Co. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Putnam Co. Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam Co. Middle School?
Putnam Co. Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Putnam Co. Middle School offer ?
Putnam Co. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Putnam Co. Middle School part of?
Putnam Co. Middle School is part of Putnam County R-I School District.
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