Average
#1337 of 2,221 schools in MO
Festus Middle
Middle School · FESTUS R-VI
1717 W MAIN, Festus, MO 63028
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,337 of 2,221
In Festus
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
FESTUS R-VI
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Festus Middle
Middle School in Festus · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Festus Middle
Festus Middle is a public middle school in Festus, MO, part of FESTUS R-VI. Festus Middle serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Festus Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,337 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Festus Middle show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Festus Middle — Students at Festus Middle score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 5.7/10.
How Festus Middle Compares
See how Festus 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
1717 W MAIN, Festus, MO 63028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Festus Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ANTONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Barnhart), which scores notably higher. Another option is DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE (rated 7.8/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FESTUS INTERMEDIATE (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Festus, see our Festus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FESTUS ELEM. Festus | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| FESTUS INTERMEDIATE Festus | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| FESTUS SR. HIGH Festus | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| TWIN CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Festus | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Festus | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CRYSTAL CITY ELEM. Crystal City | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| CRYSTAL CITY HIGH Crystal City | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| HERCULANEUM HIGH Herculaneum | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| TAYLOR EARLY CHILDHOOD Herculaneum | 4.0 mi | — |
| SENN-THOMAS MIDDLE Herculaneum | 4.3 mi | 3.7 |
| PEVELY ELEM. Pevely | 4.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MAPAVILLE SCHOOL Mapaville | 4.0 mi | 2.8 |
| PLATTIN PRIMARY Festus | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Festus | 5.6 mi | 7.4 |
| TELEGRAPH INTERMEDIATE Festus | 5.9 mi | 3.5 |
| JEFFERSON R-VII PRESCHOOL Festus | 5.9 mi | 3.2 |
| DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE Festus | 6.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ATHENA ELEM. Desoto | 7.4 mi | 6.0 |
| JAMES E. FREER ELEM. Barnhart | 8.0 mi | 8.7 |
| ANTONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Barnhart | 9.5 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 |
|---|---|
| CARTHAGE 6TH GRADE CENTER Carthage, MO | 5.9 |
| EASTGATE 6TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City, MO | 5.9 |
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia, MO | 5.9 |
| 6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville, MO | 6.0 |
| BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton, MO | 6.0 |
| CASSVILLE MIDDLE Cassville, MO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Festus Middle
What grades does Festus Middle serve?
Festus Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Festus Middle?
Festus Middle has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Festus Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Festus Middle is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Festus Middle rank in MO?
Festus Middle ranks #1,337 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Festus Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Festus Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Festus Middle has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Festus Middle a charter school?
No, Festus Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Festus Middle a Title I school?
No, Festus Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Festus Middle?
36.2% of students at Festus 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (636) 937-5417
Resources & Links
District
FESTUS R-VI- District Enrollment
- 3,476
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,612
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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