Very Good
#610 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 27% in state
Bayless Junior High
Middle School · BAYLESS
4530 WEBER RD, St. Louis, MO 63123
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#610 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#37 of 193
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
BAYLESS
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Bayless Junior High
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About Bayless Junior High
Bayless Junior High is a public middle school in St. Louis, MO, part of BAYLESS. Bayless Junior High serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio.
Bayless Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #610 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Bayless Junior High show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Bayless Junior High — Students at Bayless Junior High score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 9.6/10.
How Bayless Junior High Compares
See how Bayless Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4530 WEBER RD, St. Louis, MO 63123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bayless Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROGERS MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HANCOCK PLACE MIDDLE (rated 4.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lemay), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Affton | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| AFFTON HIGH St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| HANCOCK PLACE ELEM. Lemay | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| HANCOCK PLACE MIDDLE Lemay | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| HANCOCK SR. HIGH St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ST GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Woerner Elem St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,187
Median Home Value
$205,300
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
49,826
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DONIPHAN MIDDLE Doniphan, MO | 7.3 |
| HALLSVILLE MIDDLE Hallsville, MO | 7.3 |
| HOLDEN MIDDLE Holden, MO | 7.3 |
| HOLLISTER MIDDLE Hollister, MO | 7.3 |
| NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa, MO | 7.3 |
| FORSYTH MIDDLE Forsyth, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bayless Junior High
What grades does Bayless Junior High serve?
Bayless Junior High serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bayless Junior High?
Bayless Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayless Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Bayless Junior High is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bayless Junior High rank in MO?
Bayless Junior High ranks #610 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bayless Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Bayless Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Bayless Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bayless Junior High has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bayless Junior High a charter school?
No, Bayless Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bayless Junior High a Title I school?
No, Bayless Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayless Junior High?
60.0% of students at Bayless Junior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (314) 256-8690
Resources & Links
District
BAYLESS- District Enrollment
- 1,836
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,222
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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