Serving 577 students in grades 7-8, Rolla Jr. High 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 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rolla Jr. High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rolla, MO, encompassing approximately 205.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 8.1 miles and the furthest edge located 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rolla Jr. High School's student population of 577 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rolla Jr. High 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 Rolla Jr. High School is 0.34, which is less 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
#1426 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
15%
White
81%
67%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolla Jr. High School's ranking?
Rolla Jr. High School is ranked #1426 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Rolla Jr. High School often compared to?
Rolla Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. James High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Rolla Jr. High School?
577 students attend Rolla Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rolla Jr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rolla Jr. High School?
Rolla Jr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rolla Jr. High School offer ?
Rolla Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rolla Jr. High School part of?
Rolla Jr. High School is part of Rolla 31 School District.
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