The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 35-39% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-44% (which was lower than the Missouri state average of 54%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (09-10)
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)35-39%
53%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)40-44%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)1%
4%
Black
(09-10)27%
18%
White
(09-10)72%
76%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
56%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MO state average).
How many students attend Portageville Middle School?
165 students attend Portageville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Portageville Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Portageville Middle School offer ?
Portageville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Portageville Middle School part of?
Portageville Middle School is part of Portageville School District.
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