Serving 347 students in grades 6-8, Hallsville 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 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hallsville Middle School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Hallsville 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 Hallsville Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#974 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%

Hispanic
3%
8%

Black
3%
15%

White
84%
68%

Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hallsville Middle School's ranking?
Hallsville Middle School is ranked #974 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hallsville Middle School?
347 students attend Hallsville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hallsville Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hallsville Middle School?
Hallsville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hallsville Middle School offer ?
Hallsville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hallsville Middle School part of?
Hallsville Middle School is part of Hallsville R-IV School District.
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