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Very Good

#354 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 16% in state

Bueker Middle

Middle School · MARSHALL

565 S ODELL, Marshall, MO 65340

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#354 of 2,221

In Marshall

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

MARSHALL

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

Middle School in Marshall · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bueker Middle

Bueker Middle is a public middle school in Marshall, MO, part of MARSHALL. Bueker Middle serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bueker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #354 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Bueker Middle show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.1 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,711
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Bueker Middle — Students at Bueker Middle score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
39.1%
ELA
29.9%
2025
Math
52.9%
ELA
29.8%

* 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 Bueker Middle Compares

See how Bueker Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
84th percentile in MO
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

565 S ODELL, Marshall, MO 65340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bueker Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NORTHWEST ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Houstonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRUNSWICK ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SWEET SPRINGS HIGH (rated 8.6/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Sweet Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marshall, see our Marshall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marshall 0.3 mi 5.9
BENTON ELEM. Marshall 0.3 mi 6.7
EASTWOOD ELEM. Marshall 0.5 mi 4.1
MARSHALL SR. HIGH Marshall 0.8 mi 5.4
SPAINHOWER PRIMARY SCHOOL Marshall 1.2 mi 6.0
PRAIRIE VIEW SCHOOL Marshall 1.5 mi
OREARVILLE ELEM. Slater 7.8 mi 3.6
SLATER HIGH Slater 10.1 mi 5.8
ALEXANDER ELEM. Slater 10.2 mi 6.4
MIAMI ELEM. Miami 12.3 mi 6.2
Malta Bend Elementary School Malta Bend 10.4 mi 6.5
Malta Bend High School Malta Bend 10.4 mi 5.3
HARDEMAN ELEM. Marshall 10.0 mi 8.1
GILLIAM ELEM. Gilliam 13.2 mi 4.7
BLACKWATER ELEM. Blackwater 14.3 mi 6.4
SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. Sweet Springs 15.4 mi 8.1
SWEET SPRINGS HIGH Sweet Springs 15.4 mi 8.6
NORTHWEST ELEM. Houstonia 17.6 mi 9.6
NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville 19.6 mi 8.2
BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick 21.7 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,534

Median Home Value

$151,700

Median Rent

$765/mo

Population

15,977

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

70.1%

Avg Commute

14.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

33.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANTONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Barnhart, MO 7.9
BERNARD MIDDLE St. Louis, MO 7.9
GRAIN VALLEY SOUTH MIDDLE SCHL Grain Valley, MO 7.9
PALMYRA MIDDLE Palmyra, MO 7.9
SIKESTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston, MO 7.9
FARMINGTON MIDDLE Farmington, MO 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bueker Middle

What grades does Bueker Middle serve?

Bueker Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bueker Middle?

Bueker Middle has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bueker Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Bueker Middle is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bueker Middle rank in MO?

Bueker Middle ranks #354 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Bueker Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Bueker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Bueker Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bueker Middle has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bueker Middle a charter school?

No, Bueker Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bueker Middle a Title I school?

No, Bueker Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bueker Middle?

56.5% of students at Bueker 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Saline County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

MARSHALL
District Enrollment
2,401
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,711
District Rank
#1 of 5

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