Serving 347 students in grades 6-8, Senn-thomas Middle 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 35% (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 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Senn-Thomas Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Herculaneum school district, covering approximately 21.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Senn-thomas Middle School's student population of 347 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
The Blackcat Way
School Rankings
Senn-thomas Middle 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 Senn-thomas Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1429 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
87%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Senn-thomas Middle School's ranking?
Senn-thomas Middle School is ranked #1429 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Senn-thomas Middle School often compared to?
Senn-thomas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moberly Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Senn-thomas Middle School?
347 students attend Senn-thomas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Senn-thomas Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Senn-thomas Middle School?
Senn-thomas Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Senn-thomas Middle School offer ?
Senn-thomas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Senn-thomas Middle School part of?
Senn-thomas Middle School is part of Dunklin R-V School District.
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