Serving 432 students in grades 5-8, Strafford Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strafford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Strafford Middle School's student population of 432 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Strafford Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strafford Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#568 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strafford Middle School's ranking?
Strafford Middle School is ranked #568 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Strafford Middle School?
432 students attend Strafford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Strafford Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strafford Middle School?
Strafford Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Strafford Middle School offer ?
Strafford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Strafford Middle School part of?
Strafford Middle School is part of Strafford R-VI School District.
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