Serving 79 students in grades 6-8, Sturgeon 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sturgeon Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sturgeon school district, covering approximately 98.8 square miles around Sturgeon, MO. Families typically enjoy a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sturgeon Middle School's student population of 79 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowledge and Integrity
School Rankings
Sturgeon 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 Sturgeon 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
#1461 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and Gold
School Mascot
The Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sturgeon Middle School's ranking?
Sturgeon Middle School is ranked #1461 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Sturgeon Middle School?
79 students attend Sturgeon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sturgeon Middle School students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sturgeon Middle School?
Sturgeon Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sturgeon Middle School offer ?
Sturgeon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sturgeon Middle School part of?
Sturgeon Middle School is part of Sturgeon R-V School District.
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