Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, Pershing 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 43% (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 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pershing Middle School's student population of 693 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pershing 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 Pershing Middle School is 0.43, 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
#750 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
6%
15%
White
75%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pershing Middle School's ranking?
Pershing Middle School is ranked #750 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pershing Middle School often compared to?
Pershing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Middle School, Jarrett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Pershing Middle School?
693 students attend Pershing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Pershing Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 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 Pershing Middle School?
Pershing Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pershing Middle School offer ?
Pershing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pershing Middle School part of?
Pershing Middle School is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Pershing Middle School located?
Pershing Middle School is located in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 4 other public schools located in Southeast Springfield.
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