Serving 450 students in grades 6, 6th Grade Center 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 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
6th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
6th Grade Center's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
6th Grade Center ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 6th Grade Center is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#858 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
53%
69%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 6th Grade Center's ranking?
6th Grade Center is ranked #858 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend 6th Grade Center?
450 students attend 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of 6th Grade Center students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 6th Grade Center?
6th Grade Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does 6th Grade Center offer ?
6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is 6th Grade Center part of?
6th Grade Center is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
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