Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Congress Middle School ranks in the top 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 higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Congress Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Congress Middle School's student population of 772 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Congress Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Congress Middle School is 0.57, which is more 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
#796 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
63%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Congress Middle School's ranking?
Congress Middle School is ranked #796 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Congress Middle School often compared to?
Congress Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plaza Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Congress Middle School?
772 students attend Congress Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Congress Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Congress Middle School?
Congress Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Congress Middle School offer ?
Congress Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Congress Middle School part of?
Congress Middle School is part of Park Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Congress Middle School located?
Congress Middle School is located in the Park Forest neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 3 other public schools located in Park Forest.
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