Serving 284 students in grades 5-8, Steelville Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steelville Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Steelville school district, covering approximately 275.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steelville Middle School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Steelville 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 Steelville Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1384 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
2%
15%
White
97%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-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 Steelville Middle School's ranking?
Steelville Middle School is ranked #1384 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Steelville Middle School?
284 students attend Steelville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Steelville Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steelville Middle School?
Steelville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Steelville Middle School offer ?
Steelville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steelville Middle School part of?
Steelville Middle School is part of Steelville R-III School District.
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