Below Average
#1945 of 2,221 schools in MO
Central Middle School
Middle School · KANSAS CITY 33
3611 EAST LINWOOD, Kansas City, MO 64128
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,945 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#127 of 147
public schools
In district
#26 of 31
KANSAS CITY 33
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Central Middle School
Central Middle School is a public middle school in Kansas City, MO, part of KANSAS CITY 33. Central Middle School serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,945 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Central Middle School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Central Middle School 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.
74% of students at Central Middle School 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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Central Middle School — Students at Central Middle School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 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: 7.3/10.
How Central Middle School Compares
See how Central Middle School 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
3611 EAST LINWOOD, Kansas City, MO 64128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| HOPE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Kansas City | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| GEORGE MELCHER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| WENDELL PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL INC. Kansas City | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| BARE ESSENTIALS HOME CARE INC Kansas City | 1.3 mi | — |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE ACADEMY MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CARVER DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| KIPP ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| LEE A. TOLBERT COM. ACADEMY Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| FAXON ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| EAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| LINCOLN COLLEGE PREP. Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| KANSAS CITY GIRLS PREP MIDDLE Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School Kansas City | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| GUADALUPE CENTERS ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY ELEM Kansas City | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,257
Median Home Value
$64,800
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
12,445
College Educated
10.1%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KELLY A BURLISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredericktown, MO | 4.3 |
| COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE St. Louis, MO | 4.2 |
| HERMANN MIDDLE Hermann, MO | 4.2 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 4.2 |
| BUFFALO MIDDLE Buffalo, MO | 4.4 |
| MOBERLY MIDDLE Moberly, MO | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Middle School
What grades does Central Middle School serve?
Central Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Middle School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Middle School rank in MO?
Central Middle School ranks #1,945 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Central Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Central Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Middle School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Central Middle School a charter school?
No, Central Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Middle School a Title I school?
No, Central Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Middle School?
100.0% of students at Central Middle School 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.9%
- Phone
- (816) 418-2100
Resources & Links
District
KANSAS CITY 33- District Enrollment
- 14,694
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #26 of 31
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