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#1961 of 2,221 schools in MO

Excelsior Springs Middle

Middle School · EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40

701 CROWN HILL RD, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024

Enrollment

596

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

4.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,961 of 2,221

In Excelsior Springs

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40

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Excelsior Springs Middle

4.2/10

Middle School in Excelsior Springs · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Excelsior Springs High

4.1/10

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6.2/10

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About Excelsior Springs Middle

Excelsior Springs Middle is a public middle school in Excelsior Springs, MO, part of EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40. Excelsior Springs Middle serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Excelsior Springs Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,961 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Excelsior Springs Middle show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below MO schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,560
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

Excelsior Springs Middle — Students at Excelsior Springs Middle score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2024
Math
34.5%
ELA
35.5%
2025
Math
34.4%
ELA
30.8%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Excelsior Springs Middle Compares

See how Excelsior Springs Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
12th percentile in MO
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

701 CROWN HILL RD, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Excelsior Springs Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KEARNEY MIDDLE (rated 8.5/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Kearney), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAWSON MIDDLE (rated 6.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Lawson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Excelsior Springs, see our Excelsior Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH Excelsior Springs 0.3 mi 4.1
CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs 0.4 mi 6.2
LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs 0.5 mi 7.4
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs 0.5 mi
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS TECH. HIGH Excelsior Springs 1.4 mi 4.7
WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson 4.3 mi 7.7
SOUTHWEST ELEM. Lawson 6.3 mi 4.1
SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney 5.2 mi 7.9
KEARNEY JR. HIGH Kearney 5.2 mi 5.0
LENS Kearney 5.2 mi 5.0
KEARNEY HIGH Kearney 5.3 mi 7.1
LAWSON HIGH Lawson 7.1 mi 8.0
LAWSON MIDDLE Lawson 7.1 mi 6.7
HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney 5.9 mi 5.0
KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney 6.0 mi 8.5
KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney 6.1 mi 7.7
MISSOURI CITY ELEM. Missouri City 7.7 mi
KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney 6.2 mi 5.5
ELKHORN ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs 7.0 mi 5.5
NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt 7.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,781

Median Home Value

$185,200

Median Rent

$916/mo

Population

15,587

College Educated

15.4%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE St. Louis, MO 4.2
NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 4.2
CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 4.3
KELLY A BURLISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredericktown, MO 4.3
UNION MIDDLE Union, MO 4.1
BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph, MO 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Excelsior Springs Middle

What grades does Excelsior Springs Middle serve?

Excelsior Springs Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Excelsior Springs Middle?

Excelsior Springs Middle has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Excelsior Springs Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Excelsior Springs Middle is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Excelsior Springs Middle rank in MO?

Excelsior Springs Middle ranks #1,961 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Excelsior Springs Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Excelsior Springs Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Excelsior Springs Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Excelsior Springs Middle has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Excelsior Springs Middle a charter school?

No, Excelsior Springs Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Excelsior Springs Middle a Title I school?

No, Excelsior Springs Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Excelsior Springs Middle?

52.9% of students at Excelsior Springs 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

District

EXCELSIOR SPRINGS 40
District Enrollment
2,638
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,560
District Rank
#5 of 6

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