Serving 405 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 25% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robidoux Middle serves the northwest part of Saint Joseph, MO, covering an area of approximately 21.1 square miles. Families typically face a 10 to 12-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 7.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robidoux Middle School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
High expectations for all students
School Rankings
Robidoux 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 Robidoux Middle School is 0.56, which is more 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
#1643 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
7%
15%
White
63%
67%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robidoux Middle School's ranking?
Robidoux Middle School is ranked #1643 out of 2,076 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 Truman Middle School, Bode Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
405 students attend Robidoux Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Robidoux Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% 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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