Serving 1,146 students in grades 6-8, Republic Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 1,146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Republic Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Republic Middle School's student population of 1,146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Republic Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Republic Middle School is 0.27, 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
#399 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
85%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Republic Middle School's ranking?
Republic Middle School is ranked #399 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Republic Middle School often compared to?
Republic Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willard Middle School, Cherokee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Republic Middle School?
1,146 students attend Republic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Republic Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Republic Middle School?
Republic Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Republic Middle School offer ?
Republic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Republic Middle School part of?
Republic Middle School is part of Republic R-III School District.
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