Serving 176 students in grades 6-8, Puxico Jr. High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: PUXICO JR. HIGH's attendance zone covers the entire Puxico school district, encompassing an area of approximately 151.3 square miles around Puxico, MO. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puxico Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Puxico Jr. High School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Puxico Jr. High 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 Puxico Jr. High School is 0.06, 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
#499 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
White
97%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puxico Jr. High School's ranking?
Puxico Jr. High School is ranked #499 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Puxico Jr. High School?
176 students attend Puxico Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Puxico Jr. High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puxico Jr. High School?
Puxico Jr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Puxico Jr. High School offer ?
Puxico Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puxico Jr. High School part of?
Puxico Jr. High School is part of Puxico R-VIII School District.
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