Serving 719 students in grades 6-8, Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School's student population of 719 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School is 0.59, 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
#575 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
16%
15%
White
61%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School's ranking?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School is ranked #575 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School often compared to?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Warner Middle School, Smithton Middle School, Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School?
719 students attend Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School offer ?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School part of?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Middle School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
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