Very Good
#787 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 35% in state
Carl Junction Jr. High
Middle School · CARL JUNCTION R-I
206 S Roney, Carl Junction, MO 64834
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#787 of 2,221
In Carl Junction
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
CARL JUNCTION R-I
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Carl Junction Jr. High
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About Carl Junction Jr. High
Carl Junction Jr. High is a public middle school in Carl Junction, MO, part of CARL JUNCTION R-I. Carl Junction Jr.
High serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carl Junction Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #787 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Carl Junction Jr. High show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Carl Junction Jr. High — Students at Carl Junction Jr. High score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.5%
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
→ 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: 9.1/10.
How Carl Junction Jr. High Compares
See how Carl Junction 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
206 S Roney, Carl Junction, MO 64834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carl Junction Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST PETERS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Joplin), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Carl Junction Intermediate (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WEBB CITY JR. HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Webb City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Carl Junction, see our Carl Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carl Junction High School Carl Junction | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Carl Junction Primary 2-3 Carl Junction | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Carl Junction Intermediate Carl Junction | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Carl Junction Satellite School Carl Junction | 0.4 mi | — |
| Carl Junction Primary K-1 Carl Junction | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Joplin | 6.4 mi | 4.4 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Webb City | 5.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| NORTH MIDDLE Joplin | 6.7 mi | 3.8 |
| WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City | 5.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City | 6.0 mi | 5.6 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City | 6.3 mi | 3.6 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 6.9 mi | 6.7 |
| HERITAGE PRESCHOOL Webb City | 6.2 mi | 3.2 |
| MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Joplin | 7.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PETERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Joplin | 7.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City | 6.4 mi | 5.2 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Joplin | 7.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,682
Median Home Value
$200,300
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
10,476
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Branson, MO | 7.0 |
| DESOTO JR. HIGH Desoto, MO | 7.0 |
| ELDON MIDDLE Eldon, MO | 7.0 |
| FAIR GROVE MIDDLE Fair Grove, MO | 7.0 |
| HOLMAN MIDDLE St. Ann, MO | 7.0 |
| MARSHFIELD JR. HIGH Marshfield, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carl Junction Jr. High
What grades does Carl Junction Jr. High serve?
Carl Junction Jr. High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Carl Junction Jr. High?
Carl Junction Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carl Junction Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Carl Junction Jr. High is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carl Junction Jr. High rank in MO?
Carl Junction Jr. High ranks #787 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Carl Junction Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Carl Junction 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 Carl Junction Jr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carl Junction Jr. High has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carl Junction Jr. High a charter school?
No, Carl Junction Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carl Junction Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Carl Junction Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carl Junction Jr. High?
39.5% of students at Carl Junction 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
- 489
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jasper County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (417) 649-7246
Resources & Links
District
CARL JUNCTION R-I- District Enrollment
- 3,454
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,794
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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