Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, St. James 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 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. James Middle School's student population of 371 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. James 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 St. James Middle School is 0.17, 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
#866 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
91%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 St. James Middle School's ranking?
St. James Middle School is ranked #866 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are St. James Middle School often compared to?
St. James Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vienna High School, Brittany Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend St. James Middle School?
371 students attend St. James Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of St. James Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. James Middle School?
St. James Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does St. James Middle School offer ?
St. James Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is St. James Middle School part of?
St. James Middle School is part of St. James R-I School District.
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