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#1492 of 2,221 schools in MO

Festus Intermediate

Middle School · FESTUS R-VI

1501 MID-MEADOW LN, Festus, MO 63028

Enrollment

800

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,492 of 2,221

In Festus

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

FESTUS R-VI

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Festus Intermediate

5.5/10

Middle School in Festus · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Festus Elem.

8.0/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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6.7/10

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About Festus Intermediate

Festus Intermediate is a public middle school in Festus, MO, part of FESTUS R-VI. Festus Intermediate serves approximately 800 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Festus Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,492 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Festus Intermediate show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.9 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,612
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Festus Intermediate — Students at Festus Intermediate score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2024
Math
61.9%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
59.9%
ELA
61%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Festus Intermediate Compares

See how Festus Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in MO
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

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

1501 MID-MEADOW LN, Festus, MO 63028

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Festus Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ANTONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Barnhart), which scores notably higher. Another option is DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FESTUS MIDDLE (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Festus, see our Festus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
FESTUS ELEM. Festus 0.1 mi 8.0
FESTUS SR. HIGH Festus 0.2 mi 6.7
FESTUS MIDDLE Festus 0.2 mi 5.9
TWIN CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Festus 0.6 mi 7.6
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Festus 1.9 mi 6.5
CRYSTAL CITY ELEM. Crystal City 2.0 mi 9.1
CRYSTAL CITY HIGH Crystal City 2.1 mi 5.4
HERCULANEUM HIGH Herculaneum 3.6 mi 7.1
TAYLOR EARLY CHILDHOOD Herculaneum 3.7 mi
SENN-THOMAS MIDDLE Herculaneum 4.1 mi 3.7
PEVELY ELEM. Pevely 4.5 mi 5.3
MAPAVILLE SCHOOL Mapaville 4.0 mi 2.8
PLATTIN PRIMARY Festus 5.2 mi 6.7
JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Festus 5.7 mi 7.4
TELEGRAPH INTERMEDIATE Festus 6.0 mi 3.5
JEFFERSON R-VII PRESCHOOL Festus 6.0 mi 3.2
DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE Festus 6.1 mi 7.8
JAMES E. FREER ELEM. Barnhart 7.8 mi 8.7
ATHENA ELEM. Desoto 7.6 mi 6.0
ANTONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Barnhart 9.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,468

Median Home Value

$221,600

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

27,913

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

39.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BARNWELL MIDDLE St. Charles, MO 5.5
HARRISONVILLE MIDDLE Harrisonville, MO 5.5
BRIDGER MIDDLE Independence, MO 5.4
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty, MO 5.4
PLEASANT LEA MIDDLE Lee'S Summit, MO 5.4
RAYMORE-PECULIAR EAST MIDDLE Raymore, MO 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Festus Intermediate

What grades does Festus Intermediate serve?

Festus Intermediate serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Festus Intermediate?

Festus Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 800 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Festus Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Festus Intermediate is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Festus Intermediate rank in MO?

Festus Intermediate ranks #1,492 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Festus Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Festus Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Festus Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Festus Intermediate has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Festus Intermediate a charter school?

No, Festus Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Festus Intermediate a Title I school?

No, Festus Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Festus Intermediate?

38.9% of students at Festus Intermediate 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
800
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

FESTUS R-VI
District Enrollment
3,476
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,612
District Rank
#4 of 4

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