Serving 366 students in grades 6-8, Knob Noster Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knob Noster Middle School's student population of 366 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Knob Noster 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 Knob Noster Middle School is 0.38, 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
#614 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
78%
68%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Knob Noster Middle School's ranking?
Knob Noster Middle School is ranked #614 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Knob Noster Middle School often compared to?
Knob Noster Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Knob Noster Middle School?
366 students attend Knob Noster Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Knob Noster Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knob Noster Middle School?
Knob Noster Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Knob Noster Middle School offer ?
Knob Noster Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knob Noster Middle School part of?
Knob Noster Middle School is part of Knob Noster R-VIII School District.
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