Below Average
#2015 of 2,221 schools in MO
Hancock Place Middle
Middle School · HANCOCK PLACE
243 W RIPA AVE, Lemay, MO 63125
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,015 of 2,221
In Lemay
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HANCOCK PLACE
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Hancock Place Middle
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About Hancock Place Middle
Hancock Place Middle is a public middle school in Lemay, MO, part of HANCOCK PLACE. Hancock Place Middle serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hancock Place Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,015 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Hancock Place Middle show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Hancock Place Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hancock Place Middle — Students at Hancock Place Middle score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 2.1/10.
How Hancock Place Middle Compares
See how Hancock Place 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
243 W RIPA AVE, Lemay, MO 63125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hancock Place Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE (rated 5.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lemay, see our Lemay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HANCOCK SR. HIGH St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HANCOCK PLACE ELEM. Lemay | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MOSAIC ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| At Home Academy St. Louis | 1.9 mi | — |
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Affton | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Woerner Elem St. Louis | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| ST STEPHEN PROTOMARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,683
Median Home Value
$166,200
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
32,701
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCADIA VALLEY MIDDLE Ironton, MO | 4.0 |
| CLINTON CO. R-III MIDDLE Plattsburg, MO | 4.0 |
| LAURA SPEED ELLIOTT MIDDLE Boonville, MO | 4.0 |
| LOUISIANA MIDDLE Louisiana, MO | 4.0 |
| SENECA JUNIOR HIGH Seneca, MO | 4.0 |
| LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. St. Louis, MO | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hancock Place Middle
What grades does Hancock Place Middle serve?
Hancock Place Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hancock Place Middle?
Hancock Place Middle has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hancock Place Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Hancock Place Middle is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hancock Place Middle rank in MO?
Hancock Place Middle ranks #2,015 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hancock Place Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Hancock Place Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Hancock Place Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hancock Place Middle has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hancock Place Middle a charter school?
No, Hancock Place Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hancock Place Middle a Title I school?
No, Hancock Place Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hancock Place Middle?
100.0% of students at Hancock Place 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
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (314) 544-1300
Resources & Links
District
HANCOCK PLACE- District Enrollment
- 1,244
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,437
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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