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#459 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 21% in state

Frontier Middle

Middle School · WENTZVILLE R-IV

9233 HWY DD, O'fallon, MO 63368

Enrollment

1,240

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#459 of 2,221

In O'fallon

#11 of 18

public schools

In district

#5 of 22

WENTZVILLE R-IV

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Frontier Middle

7.7/10

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

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8.3/10

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About Frontier Middle

Frontier Middle is a public middle school in O'fallon, MO, part of WENTZVILLE R-IV. Frontier Middle serves approximately 1,240 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Frontier Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #459 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Frontier Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.8Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.4% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.5 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,463
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Frontier Middle — Students at Frontier Middle score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.2% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
60.5%
ELA
57.8%
2025
Math
66.7%
ELA
61.4%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Frontier Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in MO
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
81 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

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

9233 HWY DD, O'fallon, MO 63368

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frontier Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OSTMANN ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOONE TRAIL ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Wentzville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DISCOVERY RIDGE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in O'fallon, see our O'fallon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
DISCOVERY RIDGE ELEMENTARY O'Fallon 0.3 mi 8.3
LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Lake St. Louis 0.9 mi 6.9
FUTURE APOSTLE ACADEMY O'Fallon 1.1 mi
GREEN TREE ELEM. Lake St. Louis 2.5 mi 4.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie 2.2 mi 4.9
BARFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR O'Fallon 2.3 mi 5.5
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. O'Fallon 2.4 mi 6.2
CROSSROADS ELEM. Dardenne Prairie 2.5 mi 6.2
DUELLO ELEM. Lake St. Louis 3.0 mi 6.9
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville 3.2 mi 5.8
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville 3.2 mi 4.4
TWIN CHIMNEYS ELEM. O'Fallon 3.3 mi 7.9
WENTZVILLE SOUTH MIDDLE Wentzville 3.5 mi 6.6
LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Wentzville 4.3 mi 8.0
OAKHAVEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie 3.5 mi 5.4
BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville 3.6 mi 8.8
TIMBERLAND HIGH Wentzville 3.7 mi 7.0
JOHN WELDON ELEM. Dardenne Prairie 3.8 mi 7.8
OSTMANN ELEM. O'Fallon 3.8 mi 9.3
FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'Fallon 4.4 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,811

Median Home Value

$327,700

Median Rent

$1,442/mo

Population

45,862

College Educated

48.7%

Homeownership

81.4%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis, MO 7.7
ROBERT H. SPERRENG MIDDLE St. Louis, MO 7.7
THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE Jefferson City, MO 7.7
NORTHEAST MIDDLE Creve Coeur, MO 7.8
WEST MIDDLE Chesterfield, MO 7.8
ANTIOCH MIDDLE Gladstone, MO 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frontier Middle

What grades does Frontier Middle serve?

Frontier Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Frontier Middle?

Frontier Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frontier Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Frontier Middle is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frontier Middle rank in MO?

Frontier Middle ranks #459 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Frontier Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Frontier Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Frontier Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frontier Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frontier Middle a charter school?

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

Is Frontier Middle a Title I school?

No, Frontier Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

12.8% of students at Frontier 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,240
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
81
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

WENTZVILLE R-IV
District Enrollment
17,944
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,463
District Rank
#5 of 22

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