Very Good
#778 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 35% in state
Aurora Jr. High
Middle School · AURORA R-VIII
500 W OLIVE, Aurora, MO 65605
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#778 of 2,221
In Aurora
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
AURORA R-VIII
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Aurora Jr. High
Aurora Jr. High is a public middle school in Aurora, MO, part of AURORA R-VIII. Aurora Jr.
High serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Aurora Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #778 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Aurora Jr. High show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Aurora Jr. High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Aurora Jr. High — Students at Aurora Jr. High score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Aurora Jr. High Compares
See how Aurora Jr. High 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
500 W OLIVE, Aurora, MO 65605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aurora Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MARIONVILLE MIDDLE (rated 8.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Marionville), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONETT MIDDLE (rated 8.1/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Monett), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNT VERNON MIDDLE (rated 3.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), a more accessible option. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROBINSON SCHOOL Aurora | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PATE EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Aurora | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| AURORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Aurora | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| AURORA HIGH Aurora | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| VERONA ELEM. Verona | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| VERONA HIGH Verona | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MARIONVILLE ELEM Marionville | 5.3 mi | 8.3 |
| MARIONVILLE MIDDLE Marionville | 5.3 mi | 8.4 |
| MARIONVILLE HIGH Marionville | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT VERNON ELEM. Mount Vernon | 9.6 mi | 6.1 |
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Mount Vernon | 9.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MOUNT VERNON MIDDLE Mount Vernon | 10.0 mi | 3.2 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monett | 9.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MOUNT VERNON HIGH Mount Vernon | 10.9 mi | 3.2 |
| MOUNT VERNON INTERMEDIATE Mount Vernon | 11.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MT. VERNON TREATMENT CTR. Mt. Vernon | 11.1 mi | 5.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Freistatt | 9.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CRANE ELEM. Crane | 10.3 mi | 3.7 |
| CRANE HIGH Crane | 10.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MONETT MIDDLE Monett | 10.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,815
Median Home Value
$135,800
Median Rent
$754/mo
Population
11,611
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DESOTO JR. HIGH Desoto, MO | 7.0 |
| ELDON MIDDLE Eldon, MO | 7.0 |
| FAIR GROVE MIDDLE Fair Grove, MO | 7.0 |
| LEXINGTON MIDDLE Lexington, MO | 7.0 |
| MACON MIDDLE SCHOOL Macon, MO | 7.0 |
| MONROE CITY MIDDLE Monroe City, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aurora Jr. High
What grades does Aurora Jr. High serve?
Aurora Jr. High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Aurora Jr. High?
Aurora Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aurora Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Aurora Jr. High is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aurora Jr. High rank in MO?
Aurora Jr. High ranks #778 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Aurora Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Aurora Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Aurora Jr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aurora Jr. High has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Aurora Jr. High a charter school?
No, Aurora Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aurora Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Aurora Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aurora Jr. High?
61.5% of students at Aurora Jr. High 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (417) 678-3630
Resources & Links
District
AURORA R-VIII- District Enrollment
- 1,869
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,773
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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