Serving 135 students in grades 5-8, Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than 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 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Middle School's student population of 135 students has grown by 110% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1442 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
24%
8%
Black
48%
15%
White
20%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Middle School is ranked #1442 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Middle School?
135 students attend Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School?
Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Middle School offer ?
Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School part of?
Middle School is part of Citizens Of The World Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School located?
Middle School is located in the Old Hyde Park neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 4 other public schools located in Old Hyde Park.
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