Serving 223 students in grades 5-8, Scott City Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scott City Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Scott City, MO, covering approximately 26.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Scott City Middle School's student population of 223 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scott City Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott City Middle School is 0.15, 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
#902 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Rams colors are unspecified.
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott City Middle School's ranking?
Scott City Middle School is ranked #902 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Scott City Middle School?
223 students attend Scott City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Scott City Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott City Middle School?
Scott City Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scott City Middle School offer ?
Scott City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott City Middle School part of?
Scott City Middle School is part of Scott City R-I School District.
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