Serving 555 students in grades 6-8, John Warner 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 67% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Warner 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
John Warner Middle School's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
John Warner Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Warner Middle School is 0.48, 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
#135 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
71%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 John Warner Middle School's ranking?
John Warner Middle School is ranked #135 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are John Warner Middle School often compared to?
John Warner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School, Jefferson Middle School, Smithton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend John Warner Middle School?
555 students attend John Warner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of John Warner Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Warner Middle School?
John Warner Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Warner Middle School offer ?
John Warner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Warner Middle School part of?
John Warner Middle School is part of Columbia 93 School District.
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