Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, South Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 541 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Middle School is 0.55, which is more 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
#432 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
13%
15%
White
65%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #432 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are South Middle School often compared to?
South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Kirkwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
541 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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