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#1701 of 2,221 schools in MO
Kearney Jr. High
School · KEARNEY R-I
2215 S CAMPUS ST, Kearney, MO 64060
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
8th – 9th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
8th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,701 of 2,221
In Kearney
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
KEARNEY R-I
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Kearney Jr. High
Kearney Jr. High is a public school in Kearney, MO, part of KEARNEY R-I. Kearney Jr.
High serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades 8th-9th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kearney Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,701 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Kearney Jr. High show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Kearney Jr. High — Students at Kearney Jr. High score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 4.5/10.
How Kearney Jr. High Compares
See how Kearney Jr. High 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
2215 S CAMPUS ST, Kearney, MO 64060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kearney Jr. High may also want to explore other schools in the area. KEARNEY MIDDLE (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KEARNEY ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kearney, see our Kearney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LENS Kearney | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| KEARNEY HIGH Kearney | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs | 5.2 mi | 4.2 |
| WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson | 5.9 mi | 7.7 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH Excelsior Springs | 5.5 mi | 4.1 |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 6.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 5.7 mi | 7.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs | 5.7 mi | — |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS TECH. HIGH Excelsior Springs | 6.3 mi | 4.7 |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 7.2 mi | 7.7 |
| LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty | 8.0 mi | 5.3 |
| MISSOURI CITY ELEM. Missouri City | 8.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,626
Median Home Value
$322,100
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
16,291
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
43.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kearney Jr. High
What grades does Kearney Jr. High serve?
Kearney Jr. High serves students in grades 8th through 9th.
How many students attend Kearney Jr. High?
Kearney Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kearney Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Kearney Jr. High is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kearney Jr. High rank in MO?
Kearney Jr. High ranks #1,701 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Kearney Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Kearney Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Kearney Jr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kearney Jr. High has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kearney Jr. High a charter school?
No, Kearney Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kearney Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Kearney Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kearney Jr. High?
19.3% of students at Kearney Jr. High 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
- 8th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (816) 628-2650
Resources & Links
District
KEARNEY R-I- District Enrollment
- 3,500
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,505
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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