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 (2026)
- 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 serves the entire Sturgeon, MO district, encompassing an area of approximately 98.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.4 miles away.
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Eagles
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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