Serving 755 students in grades 6-8, Raymore-peculiar East 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 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School's student population of 755 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Raymore-peculiar East 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 Raymore-peculiar East Middle School is 0.51, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1090 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
68%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymore-peculiar East Middle School's ranking?
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School is ranked #1090 out of 2,084 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Raymore-peculiar East Middle School?
755 students attend Raymore-peculiar East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Raymore-peculiar East Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raymore-peculiar East Middle School?
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Raymore-peculiar East Middle School offer ?
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raymore-peculiar East Middle School part of?
Raymore-peculiar East Middle School is part of Raymore-Peculiar R-II School District.
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