Serving 275 students in grades 6-8, Blair Oaks Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blair Oaks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blair Oaks Middle School's student population of 275 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Blair Oaks Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blair Oaks Middle School is 0.10, 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
#185 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blair Oaks Middle School's ranking?
Blair Oaks Middle School is ranked #185 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Blair Oaks Middle School often compared to?
Blair Oaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phelps Co. Elementary School, St. Elizabeth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Blair Oaks Middle School?
275 students attend Blair Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Blair Oaks Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blair Oaks Middle School?
Blair Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blair Oaks Middle School offer ?
Blair Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blair Oaks Middle School part of?
Blair Oaks Middle School is part of Blair Oaks R-II School District.
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