Serving 872 students in grades 7-8, Russell Hawkins Jr. High School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School's student population of 872 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
872 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Russell Hawkins Jr. High 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 Russell Hawkins Jr. High School is 0.19, 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
#700 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
90%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Hawkins Jr. High School's ranking?
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School is ranked #700 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Russell Hawkins Jr. High School?
872 students attend Russell Hawkins Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Russell Hawkins Jr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russell Hawkins Jr. High School?
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Russell Hawkins Jr. High School offer ?
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Russell Hawkins Jr. High School part of?
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School is part of Jackson R-II School District.
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