Serving 1,197 students in grades 6-8, Republic Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Republic Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Republic Middle School's student population of 1,197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Republic Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Republic Middle School is 0.29, which is less 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
#399 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
84%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Republic Middle School's ranking?
Republic Middle School is ranked #399 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Republic Middle School often compared to?
Republic Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willard Middle School, Cherokee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Republic Middle School?
1,197 students attend Republic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Republic Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Republic Middle School?
Republic Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Republic Middle School offer ?
Republic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Republic Middle School part of?
Republic Middle School is part of Republic R-III School District.
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