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Hollenbeck Middle

Middle School · FRANCIS HOWELL R-III

4555 CENTRAL SCHOOL RD, St. Charles, MO 63304

Enrollment

760

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,354 of 2,221

In St. Charles

#22 of 33

public schools

In district

#12 of 21

FRANCIS HOWELL R-III

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Hollenbeck Middle

5.9/10

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

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7.2/10

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4.0/10

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About Hollenbeck Middle

Hollenbeck Middle is a public middle school in St. Charles, MO, part of FRANCIS HOWELL R-III. Hollenbeck Middle serves approximately 760 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Hollenbeck Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,354 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Hollenbeck Middle show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,462
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Hollenbeck Middle — Students at Hollenbeck Middle score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
71%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
46%
2024
Math
63.6%
ELA
46.9%
2025
Math
56.5%
ELA
51.7%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Hollenbeck Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in MO
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

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

4555 CENTRAL SCHOOL RD, St. Charles, MO 63304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hollenbeck Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby St. Peters), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SAEGER MIDDLE (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BARNWELL MIDDLE (rated 5.5/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL ELEM. St. Charles 0.1 mi 7.2
EARLY CHILD FAMILY EDUC. CTR. St. Charles 0.2 mi 4.0
CASTLIO ELEM. St. Charles 1.4 mi 8.0
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. St. Peters 1.6 mi 4.8
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles 1.6 mi 5.4
CHILDRENS EDU-CARE CENTER INC. St. Peters 2.1 mi
FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL HIGH St. Charles 1.7 mi 5.2
SAEGER MIDDLE St. Charles 1.8 mi 5.9
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT St. Peters 2.5 mi 5.8
DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE St. Peters 2.6 mi 6.5
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL St. Charles 2.1 mi 4.3
WARREN ELEM. St. Peters 2.5 mi 8.4
HAWTHORN ELEM. St. Peters 3.1 mi 6.2
LEWIS CLARK ELEM. St. Peters 3.3 mi 7.1
ST. PETERS ELEM. St. Peters 3.4 mi 8.1
BARNWELL MIDDLE St. Charles 2.7 mi 5.5
BECKY-DAVID ELEM. St. Charles 2.7 mi 7.9
MID RIVERS ELEM. St. Peters 3.3 mi 8.1
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES COUNTY St. Peters 3.5 mi 5.2
HENDERSON ELEM. St. Charles 3.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,124

Median Home Value

$331,300

Median Rent

$1,618/mo

Population

43,389

College Educated

48%

Homeownership

88.4%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

41.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
EASTGATE 6TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City, MO 5.9
FESTUS MIDDLE Festus, MO 5.9
OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia, MO 5.9
SAEGER MIDDLE St. Charles, MO 5.9
BELTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Belton, MO 6.0
LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington, MO 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hollenbeck Middle

What grades does Hollenbeck Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Hollenbeck Middle?

Hollenbeck Middle has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hollenbeck Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Hollenbeck Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hollenbeck Middle rank in MO?

Hollenbeck Middle ranks #1,354 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Hollenbeck Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Hollenbeck 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 Hollenbeck Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hollenbeck Middle has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hollenbeck Middle a charter school?

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

Is Hollenbeck Middle a Title I school?

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

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

27.5% of students at Hollenbeck 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

FRANCIS HOWELL R-III
District Enrollment
17,241
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,462
District Rank
#12 of 21

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