Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Saeger Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saeger Middle School's student population of 750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
All for Learning and Learning for All
School Rankings
Saeger Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saeger Middle School is 0.37, 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
#177 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
6%
15%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #177 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Saeger Middle School often compared to?
Saeger Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wentzville Middle School, Ft. Zumwalt North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Saeger Middle School?
750 students attend Saeger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Saeger Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% 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 12:1.
What grades does Saeger Middle School offer ?
Saeger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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