Serving 737 students in grades 6-8, Raytown 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 16% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raytown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Raytown Middle School's student population of 737 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Raytown 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 Raytown Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1871 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
49%
15%
White
20%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Raytown Middle School's ranking?
Raytown Middle School is ranked #1871 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Raytown Middle School often compared to?
Raytown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raytown Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Raytown Middle School?
737 students attend Raytown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Raytown Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raytown Middle School?
Raytown Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Raytown Middle School offer ?
Raytown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raytown Middle School part of?
Raytown Middle School is part of Raytown C-2 School District.
In what neighborhood is Raytown Middle School located?
Raytown Middle School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 14 other public schools located in East Side.
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