Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, R. G. Central 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
R. G. Central Middle School's student population of 578 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
R. G. Central 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 R. G. Central Middle 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
#2076 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
40%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
43%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
97%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025
White
1%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025 (no data for 2014 and 2017)
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025 (no data for 1994)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Show full history, 1999–2014
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. G. Central Middle School's ranking?
R. G. Central Middle School is ranked #2076 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend R. G. Central Middle School?
578 students attend R. G. Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of R. G. Central Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. G. Central Middle School?
R. G. Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does R. G. Central Middle School offer ?
R. G. Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R. G. Central Middle School part of?
R. G. Central Middle School is part of Riverview Gardens School District.
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