Saeger Middle School serves 714 students in grades 6-8.
Saeger Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saeger Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Saeger Middle School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
714 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Saeger Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Saeger Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#232 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%

Hispanic
6%
8%

Black
7%
15%

White
78%
69%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
40%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saeger Middle School's ranking?
Saeger Middle School is ranked #232 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Saeger Middle School?
714 students attend Saeger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Saeger Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saeger Middle School?
Saeger Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saeger Middle School offer ?
Saeger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Saeger Middle School part of?
Saeger Middle School is part of Francis Howell R-III School District.
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