Serving 141 students in grades 6-8, East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School's student population of 141 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School 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 East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School is 0.13, which is less 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
#1001 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School's ranking?
East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School is ranked #1001 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School?
141 students attend East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School?
East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School offer ?
East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School part of?
East Carter Co. R-ii Middle School is part of East Carter County R-II School District.
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