Very Good
#612 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 28% in state
Carthage Jr. High
Middle School · CARTHAGE R-IX
827 E. Centennial, Carthage, MO 64836
Enrollment
732
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
732
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#612 of 2,221
In Carthage
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
CARTHAGE R-IX
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Carthage Jr. High
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About Carthage Jr. High
Carthage Jr. High is a public middle school in Carthage, MO, part of CARTHAGE R-IX. Carthage Jr.
High serves approximately 732 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carthage Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #612 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Carthage Jr. High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Carthage Jr. High — Students at Carthage Jr. High score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 7.2/10.
How Carthage Jr. High Compares
See how Carthage 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
827 E. Centennial, Carthage, MO 64836
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carthage Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEBB CITY JR. HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Webb City), with a comparable rating. Another option is CARTHAGE 6TH GRADE CENTER (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WEBB CITY MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Webb City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Carthage, see our Carthage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY CHILDHOOD AND PAT CENTER Carthage | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Carthage | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Carthage | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| CARTHAGE 6TH GRADE CENTER Carthage | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| CARTHAGE HIGH SCHOOL Carthage | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| COLUMBIAN ELEM. Carthage | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER Carthage | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| STEADLEY ELEM. Carthage | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY ELEM. Carthage | 4.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville | 7.7 mi | 8.5 |
| BESS TRUMAN PRIMARY CTR. Webb City | 8.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City | 8.8 mi | 7.7 |
| WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City | 8.9 mi | 5.2 |
| HERITAGE PRESCHOOL Webb City | 9.0 mi | 3.2 |
| MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City | 9.0 mi | 5.5 |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin | 9.4 mi | 5.6 |
| WEBB CITY MIDDLE Webb City | 9.2 mi | 5.6 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Webb City | 9.4 mi | 3.6 |
| WEBB CITY JR. HIGH Webb City | 9.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WEBB CITY HIGH Webb City | 9.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,775
Median Home Value
$157,700
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
25,727
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty, MO | 7.3 |
| SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty, MO | 7.3 |
| WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville, MO | 7.3 |
| FRANCIS HOWELL MIDDLE St. Charles, MO | 7.2 |
| JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL St. Charles, MO | 7.2 |
| NORTH KIRKWOOD MIDDLE Kirkwood, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carthage Jr. High
What grades does Carthage Jr. High serve?
Carthage Jr. High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Carthage Jr. High?
Carthage Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 732 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carthage Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Carthage Jr. High is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carthage Jr. High rank in MO?
Carthage Jr. High ranks #612 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Carthage Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Carthage Jr. 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 Carthage Jr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carthage Jr. High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carthage Jr. High a charter school?
No, Carthage Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carthage Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Carthage Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carthage Jr. High?
67.1% of students at Carthage 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
- 732
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Jasper County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (417) 359-7050
Resources & Links
District
CARTHAGE R-IX- District Enrollment
- 5,062
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,082
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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