Charleston Middle School

Charleston Middle School is a public middle school located in the rural setting of Charleston, Missouri. Serving students from fourth to sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 159 students and employs 12 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 4.5 out of 10, placing it at the 31st percentile among Missouri schools with a state ranking of #1534 out of 2234.

In terms of academic performance, Charleston Middle School has an average ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 19% and a Math proficiency rate of 12%. These scores suggest areas where the school is focusing on student development to improve overall academic achievement. Charleston Middle School is situated in a quiet rural area, offering students a close-knit community atmosphere with smaller class sizes conducive to individual attention and support from teachers.

With an enrollment of 159 students, Charleston Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Charleston Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Charleston Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.