Below Average
#2028 of 2,221 schools in MO
Bode Middle
Middle School · ST. JOSEPH
720 N NOYES BLVD, St. Joseph, MO 64506
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,028 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#17 of 22
public schools
In district
#16 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
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Bode Middle
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About Bode Middle
Bode Middle is a public middle school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Bode Middle serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bode Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,028 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Bode Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Bode Middle — Students at Bode Middle score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 2.6/10.
How Bode Middle Compares
See how Bode Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
720 N NOYES BLVD, St. Joseph, MO 64506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bode Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROBIDOUX MIDDLE (rated 3.4/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TRUMAN MIDDLE (rated 3.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| LINDBERGH ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PERSHING ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,713
Median Home Value
$220,500
Median Rent
$908/mo
Population
22,107
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FERGUSON MIDDLE Ferguson, MO | 4.0 |
| LAURA SPEED ELLIOTT MIDDLE Boonville, MO | 4.0 |
| LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
| CENTRAL JR. HIGH Cape Girardeau, MO | 3.9 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE Oak Grove, MO | 3.9 |
| OWENSVILLE MIDDLE Owensville, MO | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bode Middle
What grades does Bode Middle serve?
Bode Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Bode Middle?
Bode Middle has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bode Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bode Middle is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bode Middle rank in MO?
Bode Middle ranks #2,028 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bode Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Bode Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Bode Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bode Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bode Middle a charter school?
No, Bode Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bode Middle a Title I school?
No, Bode Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bode Middle?
35.2% of students at Bode Middle 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
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.8%
- Phone
- (816) 671-4050
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #16 of 20
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