Serving 514 students in grades 6-8, William Matthew 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 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Matthew Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Kirksville school district, covering approximately 256.1 square miles. The area typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Matthew Middle School's student population of 514 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
William Matthew 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 William Matthew Middle School is 0.37, 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
#1215 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
10%
15%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Matthew Middle School's ranking?
William Matthew Middle School is ranked #1215 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend William Matthew Middle School?
514 students attend William Matthew Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of William Matthew Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Matthew Middle School?
William Matthew Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does William Matthew Middle School offer ?
William Matthew Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Matthew Middle School part of?
William Matthew Middle School is part of Kirksville R-III School District.
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