Excellent
#195 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 9% in state
Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School
Middle School · COLUMBIA 93
4200 BETHEL ST, Columbia, MO 65203
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#195 of 2,221
In Columbia
#4 of 33
public schools
In district
#4 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School
Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School is a public middle school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid.
School serves approximately 730 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #195 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School — Students at Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School Compares
See how Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4200 BETHEL ST, Columbia, MO 65203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROCK BRIDGE SR. HIGH Columbia | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ACADEMY Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCK BRIDGE ELEM. Columbia | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 3.3 mi | — |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem Columbia | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia | 3.2 mi | — |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 3.7 mi | 4.1 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 3.7 mi | 8.6 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW HAVEN ELEM. Columbia | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SHEPARD BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,442
Median Home Value
$319,100
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
59,663
College Educated
64.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARVER MIDDLE Springfield, MO | 8.3 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty, MO | 8.4 |
| GRAIN VALLEY NORTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley, MO | 8.4 |
| ROCKWOOD VALLEY MIDDLE Wildwood, MO | 8.4 |
| SELVIDGE MIDDLE Ballwin, MO | 8.4 |
| JOHN WARNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia, MO | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School
What grades does Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School serve?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School has an enrollment of approximately 730 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School rank in MO?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School ranks #195 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School a charter school?
No, Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School a Title I school?
No, Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School?
33.6% of students at Ann Hawkins Gentry Mid. School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 730
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3240
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #4 of 33
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