Serving 542 students in grades 6-8, South 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 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: South Middle serves the southern part of Ballwin, MO, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 542 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
South Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Middle School is 0.51, 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
#372 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
68%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #372 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are South Middle School often compared to?
South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School, West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
542 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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