Serving 441 students in grades 6, 6th Grade Center 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
6th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
6th Grade Center's student population of 441 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a great day to be a Tiger!
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
6th Grade Center ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 6th Grade Center is 0.64, which is more 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
#823 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
56%
68%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 6th Grade Center's ranking?
6th Grade Center is ranked #823 out of 2,076 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend 6th Grade Center?
441 students attend 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of 6th Grade Center students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 6th Grade Center?
6th Grade Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does 6th Grade Center offer ?
6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is 6th Grade Center part of?
6th Grade Center is part of Waynesville R-VI School District.
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