Serving 603 students in grades 6-8, Selvidge Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selvidge 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
Diversity
School Overview
Selvidge Middle School's student population of 603 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selvidge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selvidge Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#262 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
9%
15%
White
62%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selvidge Middle School's ranking?
Selvidge Middle School is ranked #262 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Selvidge Middle School often compared to?
Selvidge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Selvidge Middle School?
603 students attend Selvidge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Selvidge Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Selvidge Middle School?
Selvidge Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Selvidge Middle School offer ?
Selvidge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Selvidge Middle School part of?
Selvidge Middle School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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