Robidoux Middle School

4212 St Joseph Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64505
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 398 students in grades 6-8, Robidoux 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 29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 398 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Robidoux Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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School Overview

Robidoux Middle School's student population of 398 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

School Rankings

Robidoux 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 Robidoux Middle School is 0.52, 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.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1533 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
29%
39%
32%
43%
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
67%
68%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
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 Robidoux Middle School's ranking?
Robidoux Middle School is ranked #1533 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Robidoux Middle School often compared to?
Robidoux Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bode Middle School, Truman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Robidoux Middle School?
398 students attend Robidoux Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Robidoux Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robidoux Middle School?
Robidoux Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robidoux Middle School offer ?
Robidoux Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robidoux Middle School part of?
Robidoux Middle School is part of St. Joseph School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 398 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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