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#1106 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 50% in state
Center Middle
Middle School · CENTER 58
326 E 103RD ST, Kansas City, MO 64114
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,106 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#58 of 147
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
CENTER 58
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Center Middle
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About Center Middle
Center Middle is a public middle school in Kansas City, MO, part of CENTER 58. Center Middle serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,106 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Center Middle show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Center Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
30% of students at Center Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Center Middle — Students at Center Middle score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.5%
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
↓ 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: 7.8/10.
How Center Middle Compares
See how Center Middle 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
326 E 103RD ST, Kansas City, MO 64114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brookwood Elem (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Leawood Middle (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Leawood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| INDIAN CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| RED BRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ALPHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.5 mi | — |
| ROCKHURST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| BOONE ELEM. Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| YELLOW JACKET EARLY LEARNING Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTER SR. HIGH Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| THE BARSTOW SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Brookwood Elem Leawood | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| GILLIS CENTER SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| JOHN T. HARTMAN ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| CENTER ELEM. Kansas City | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| 7933 MAIN ST. Kansas City | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Leawood Middle Leawood | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,643
Median Home Value
$257,400
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
24,464
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLACK HAWK MIDDLE Warrenton, MO | 6.4 |
| NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood, MO | 6.4 |
| PLEASANT VIEW MIDDLE Springfield, MO | 6.4 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE St. Joseph, MO | 6.4 |
| WESTPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 6.4 |
| FOX MIDDLE Arnold, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center Middle
What grades does Center Middle serve?
Center Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Center Middle?
Center Middle has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Center Middle is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center Middle rank in MO?
Center Middle ranks #1,106 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Center Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Center Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Center Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center Middle has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Center Middle a charter school?
No, Center Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Center Middle a Title I school?
No, Center Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Center Middle?
72.5% of students at Center 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (816) 612-4000
Resources & Links
District
CENTER 58- District Enrollment
- 2,454
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,423
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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