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#1239 of 2,221 schools in MO
Ft. Zumwalt South Middle
Middle School · FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
300 KNAUST RD, St. Peters, MO 63376
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,239 of 2,221
In St. Peters
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#22 of 25
FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Ft. Zumwalt South Middle
Middle School in St. Peters · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ft. Zumwalt South Middle
Ft. Zumwalt South Middle is a public middle school in St. Peters, MO, part of FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Ft. Zumwalt South Middle serves approximately 863 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ft.
Zumwalt South Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,239 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ft. Zumwalt South Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- MO avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Ft. Zumwalt South Middle — Students at Ft. Zumwalt South Middle score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 3.3/10.
How Ft. Zumwalt South Middle Compares
See how Ft. Zumwalt South 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
300 KNAUST RD, St. Peters, MO 63376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ft. Zumwalt South Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FT. ZUWMALT WEST MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby O'Fallon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FT. ZUMWALT NORTH MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby O'Fallon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Peters, see our St. Peters schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PROGRESS SOUTH ELEM. St. Peters | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Boonslick St. Peters | 0.2 mi | — |
| FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH HIGH St. Peters | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| CHILD OF GOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Peters | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WARREN ELEM. St. Peters | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Peters | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY O'Fallon | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| FT. ZUMWALT NORTH MIDDLE O'Fallon | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| JOSEPH L. MUDD ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| FOREST PARK ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ROCK CREEK ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| MID RIVERS ELEM. St. Peters | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| FT. ZUWMALT WEST MIDDLE O'Fallon | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| FT. ZUMWALT NORTH HIGH O'Fallon | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| OSTMANN ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL St. Charles | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,921
Median Home Value
$255,500
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
74,876
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton, MO | 6.0 |
| LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington, MO | 6.0 |
| LOGAN-ROGERSVILLE UPPER ELEM. Rogersville, MO | 6.0 |
| WINDSOR MIDDLE Imperial, MO | 6.0 |
| CLIFFORD H. NOWLIN MIDDLE Independence, MO | 6.2 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Jackson, MO | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ft. Zumwalt South Middle
What grades does Ft. Zumwalt South Middle serve?
Ft. Zumwalt South Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ft. Zumwalt South Middle?
Ft. Zumwalt South Middle has an enrollment of approximately 863 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zumwalt South Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zumwalt South Middle is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ft. Zumwalt South Middle rank in MO?
Ft. Zumwalt South Middle ranks #1,239 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ft. Zumwalt South Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Ft. Zumwalt South Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Ft. Zumwalt South Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ft. Zumwalt South Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ft. Zumwalt South Middle a charter school?
No, Ft. Zumwalt South Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ft. Zumwalt South Middle a Title I school?
No, Ft. Zumwalt South Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ft. Zumwalt South Middle?
18.9% of students at Ft. Zumwalt South 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 863
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Charles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.1%
- Phone
- (636) 281-0776
Resources & Links
District
FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 16,829
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,648
- District Rank
- #22 of 25
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